Oceanic Art - Black-lipped kina shell necklace, West Sepik, Papua New Guinea

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Oceanic Art - Black-lipped kina shell necklace, West Sepik, Papua New Guinea


A black-lipped kina shell is the centerpiece of this conus shell necklace from the West Sepik of Papua New Guinea. Braided and wrapped fiber holds the graduated shells on the 16” choker with a knot and loop closure. Late 19th to early 20th century. #2217  SOLD
 

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