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Lot of 2 Old Shell necklace from the Papuan Gulf

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Lot of 2 Old Shell necklace from the Papuan Gulf

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Description

Two Conus shell disc necklaces. Likely Papuan Gulf, Gulf Province, Papua New Guinea.Both made from sawn tops of conus shells, pierced and attached to fiber bands to wear as necklaces. One longer than the other. Acquired by Marc Seidler c. 1981

Condition

fair/fragile, delicate

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Lot of 2 Old Shell necklace from the Papuan Gulf

Name: Lot of 2 Old Shell necklace from the Papuan Gulf
SKU: 154443267
Price: 260 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $10,000

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Starting Price $100

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