Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea Nassa Shell Armband Middle Sepik

Papua New Guinea Nassa Shell Armband Middle Sepik
Papua New Guinea Nassa Shell Armband Middle Sepik
Papua New Guinea Nassa Shell Armband Middle Sepik
Papua New Guinea Nassa Shell Armband Middle Sepik

Papua New Guinea Nassa Shell Armband Middle Sepik
This is a very unique Tiny Nassa Shell Woven Fiber Armband from the Middle Sepik Region of Papua New Guinea. This is worn by a man relating to his wealth and status.

Shells in Papua New Guinea are considered currency and armbands of this type show bravery and are significant to the man who created it. This is also known as a brides price and can used used in bartering and trading. This is very unique woven armband and would be a wonderful addition to anyone's home or collection.

Late 20th-Century COMES ON STAND Shows Natural Age and Wear 7 3/4 Inches Tall 10 Inches on Stand 3.5 x 3.5 AT BACARA WE STAND BEHIND ALL OF OUR MERCHANDISE. YOUR SATISFACTION IS OUR MAIN GOAL, AND WE THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING AT BACARA. This item is in the category "Antiques\Ethnographic\Pacific Islands & Oceania". The seller is "bacara-online" and is located in this country: US.

This item can be shipped worldwide.

  • Color: Multi-Color
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Material: Shell Fiber
  • Maker: Papua New Guinea


Papua New Guinea Nassa Shell Armband Middle Sepik