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20th Century Tribal Kina Shell Necklace, Papua New Guinea

Name: 20th Century Tribal Kina Shell Necklace, Papua New Guinea
Brand: Unknown
Rating: 4.9 (8 reviews)

$500

£377.30

€439.09

CA$705.87

A$708.33

CHF 413.11

MX$8,612.47

NOK 4,747.03

SEK 4,882.08

DKK 3,282.41

About the Item

20th Century Tribal Kina Shell Necklace, Papua New Guinea Kina shells were traditionally worn in the western highlands of Papua New Guinea as pectorals, either with a fiber strap or on a plaque known as a moka kina. This shell has been made into a modern necklace with nylon crown knotting and a shell and wire clasp. It bears remnants of the red paste that was used to decorate the surface and highlight the pecked border. There is a very stable native repair at the left side. 22 inches long by 8 inches wide (56 by 26.3 cm). Ex private San Francisco collection.

Dimensions:
Width: 8 in (203.2 mm)Depth: 0.5 in (12.7 mm)Length: 22 in (558.8 mm)
Style:
Artisan
Place of Origin:
Papua New Guinea
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Early to mid 20th century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Point Richmond, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: ZK#73591stDibs: LU4049225269152

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