Lot #7 - A Superb Arawe Pearl Shell Wealth Object, New Britain
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Auction House:Theodore Bruce
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Sale Name:The Todd Barlin Collection
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Sale Date:17 Aug 2015 ~ 6pm
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Lot #:7
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Lot Description:A Superb Arawe Pearl Shell Wealth Object, New Britain
this beautiful gold lipped shell has shell money and dogs teeth decorations and an old woven band.
60cm -
Notes:These were used as a bride price payments and traditional currency.
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Estimate:A$300 - 500
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Realised Price:
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Category:Tribal
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