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Outstanding Karen Human Hair Headdress, Burma, C. 1900

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Outstanding Karen Human Hair Headdress, Burma, C. 1900

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Outstanding Karen headdress with plain and engraved aluminum pins and human hair, Burma, circa 1900. Size: 8'' x 9.5'' (20 x 24 cm).

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Outstanding Karen Human Hair Headdress, Burma, C. 1900

Name: Outstanding Karen Human Hair Headdress, Burma, C. 1900
SKU: 97695776
Price: 225 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $800

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Starting Price $200

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