Maori Paua Shell Trolling Lure with Bone Barb

A 19th century Maori pa kahawai trolling lure, the mildly…
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A 19th century Maori pa kahawai trolling lure, the mildly curved and domed wooden back with paua shell fitted panel, the bone barb notched and tapered, original fine muka lashings to the barb and top end. Length 12 cm.

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