Arawe Pearl Shell Wealth Object

A superb Arawe pearl shell wealth object, New Britain, this…
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A superb Arawe pearl shell wealth object, New Britain, this beautiful gold lipped shell has shell money and dogs teeth decorations and an old woven band. These were used as a bride price payments and traditional currency. 60 cm

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