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Papua New Guinea Sepik River Drum

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Item Details

Description

Vintage skin over wood decorated Papua New Guinea drum from the Sepik river area. Measures 21" x 7 3/8" x 5"

Condition

Some light signs of use. In-house domestic shipping $50.

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Papua New Guinea Sepik River Drum

Name: Papua New Guinea Sepik River Drum
SKU: 133915372
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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Starting Price $100

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