Kahoa hihi

human history

Kahoa hihi vao. A long neck ornament of yellow hihi (land snail shells) pierced and strung onto light coloured natural fibre thread. Kahoa hihi vao may be worn by dancers during performances, worn to accentuate cultural attire, or gifted to loved ones.

Accession number: 91084 Last Update: 16 Sept 2019
Other Name

Shell necklace (English)

Place
[Niue]/Pacific
Accession Number

2002.63.13

Accession Date

24 Jun 2002

Other Id

55991 (ethnology)

Department

Pacific

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