Shell Money

71-32-2.3

From: Micronesia

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

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Object Number 71-32-2.3
Current Location Collections Storage
Provenience Micronesia
Section Oceanian
Materials Bivalve Shell | Coconut Fiber
Description

Shell currency. Mother-of-pearl shell, gold colored inside, cut to round disc. Coconut fiber handle, attached in two places.

Credit Line Gift of Mildred Douglas, 1971
Other Number ED737D - Museum Education Number

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