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Heru

human history
  • Ingoa Kōrero Noa
    comb
  • Ingoa Kē

    bone comb (descriptive name)

  • Kupu whakaahua

    This heru is made from whale bone and has a worn surface. The four prongs are broken but have been repaired in several areas. The sides of the comb are straight and it has a rounded distal end. The comb tapers slightly along the length.

  • Rā Tāpiringa
    1919
  • Tohu Tuakiri Kē

    6283 (ethnology)

    1086 (Taonga Database)

  • Wāhanga

    Māori

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Taonga

  • Whakahounga o Mua
    31 Mar 2023
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