Gigantic Matau Fish Hook

Large matau - fish hook, a composite fish-hook of gigantic…
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Large matau - fish hook, a composite fish-hook of gigantic proportions fashioned from a native hardwood sapling; robust length of cord (aho) attached to the top. Small barb fashioned from a mammal's tooth; has two serrated points to each side; attached to shank with muka (flax fibre) cord. Collection number inscribed in white paint: 'Webster Coll 521'. 18th century. Length 17 cm. Width 10 cm. Hook only

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