Davui

human history

Davui. Trumpet shell. This large davui (Charonia tritonis) is large in size with a crusty light brown outer surface. There is a small circular hole cut out near the tip end of the shell to produce sound when blown. The davui's interior is a pink-orange colour with brown stripes and a glossy surface.

Whakahounga o Mua: 20 Sept 2018
Ingoa Kē

Trumpet shell (English)

Wāhi
Fiji
Rā Tāpiringa

1924

Tohu Tuakiri Kē

14830 (ethnology)

O136 (Edge-Partington)

Wāhanga

Pacific

Uiuitia Tirohanga API
5 Mātātuhi
Davui; 14830, O136; Photographed by Jennifer Carol; digital; 29 Sep 2017; Cultural Permissions Apply
Davui; 14830, O136; Photographed by Jennifer Carol; digital; 29 Sep 2017; Cultural Permissions Apply Cultural Permissions Apply
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