Conus—Shell Head, Boiken region in the Prince Alexander Mountains - Papua New Guinea (No reserve price)
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This original lot comprises 45 shell objects titled “Conus- Muschelkopf, Region Boiken in den Prinz - Alexander - Bergen”, from Papua New Guinea, measuring 2–4 cm in diameter and in good condition.
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Description from the seller
In Papua New Guinea, shell rings historically served as valuable currency and were particularly associated with bride-price ceremonies and the acquisition of significant goods. During a traditional ceremony, the groom’s family presented the bride’s family with gifts such as pigs, food, and valuable shell money as part of the exchange.
EVERY PIECE IS UNIQUE!
Diameter: 2cm - 4cm
No shipping to Austria, Denmark + USA!!!
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In Papua New Guinea, shell rings historically served as valuable currency and were particularly associated with bride-price ceremonies and the acquisition of significant goods. During a traditional ceremony, the groom’s family presented the bride’s family with gifts such as pigs, food, and valuable shell money as part of the exchange.
EVERY PIECE IS UNIQUE!
Diameter: 2cm - 4cm
No shipping to Austria, Denmark + USA!!!
We are happy to ship to Austrians + Danes with an address outside Austria and Denmark!!
We are happy to refund any excess shipping costs paid when purchasing multiple items.
Shipping costs also include packaging materials + packing labor.
Tracking information will be updated on your Catawiki account as soon as your parcel has been handed over to the carrier. Please check regularly to avoid your parcel being returned.
Details
Number of objects
45
Country of Origin
Papua New Guinea
Material
Shell
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Conus—Shell Head, Boiken region in the Prince Alexander Mountains
Authenticity
Original/official
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