Shell disc necklaces
Artist
INDONESIA
MediumShell, string
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Dr. David Nalin
Object number2006.2.97-98
DescriptionPink "spondylus" disc shell beads, each no wider than 1-2 mm. The two necklaces are tied to one another with the woven string they have been beaded onto. 97M contains more beads than 98M. Each Necklace is 59 cm. Bead colors range from very dark pink-purple to a very light, almost cream colored pink.On View
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Waiwai (Native Amazonian)
MELANESIA/INDONESIA
Jaipor
INDONESIA