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Papua New Guinea Middle Sepik River Armband Shell Woven Red Blue Fiber Status

$ 109.24

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Material: Fiber Shell
  • Color: Multi-Color

    Description

    This is an Old Red and Blue Dyed Bush Twine and Shell Armband from the Iatmul People, Middle Sepik River, Papua New Guinea. Armbands are Worn only by men of status in a village. This Armband consists of woven twine with small Nassa Shells and Cowries Shells. Shells were currency in Papua New Guinea. This armband It was significant and important to the man who created it and wore it. This was collected in the field and shows some age. This status arm band would be a wonderful addition to your home or collection.
    COMES ON STAND
    Stand 9" tall
    Armband
    4 1/2" tall
    14" around
    4" wide
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