Lot #9230 - A Giant Shell Ring, "Yua", Yangoru, Prince Alexander Mountains, PNG
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Auction House:Theodore Bruce
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Sale Name:Aboriginal | Oceanic | Tribal Art | June Auction
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Sale Date:09 Jun 2020 ~ 6pm (AEST)
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Lot #:9230
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Lot Description:A Giant Shell Ring, "Yua", Yangoru, Prince Alexander Mountains, PNG
handcut from clamshell, shell with traces of earth.
Dia 24 cm -
Notes:Undoubtedly buried to protect it during times of warfare, these are valuable wealth items, used in bride price transactions.
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Estimate:A$600 - 800
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Realised Price:
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Category:Tribal
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