Papua New Guinea Shell Currency

This is a fabulous Old Conus and Clam Shell Currency Piece or Brides Price from the Papuan Coast. Shell pieces like this are some of the oldest forms of currency of Papua New Guinea and are used in many ceremonial ways through out the culture. This shell Brides Price Currency piece is very fine piece of museum quality and is from the 1950's. This is a lovely and unique with a history that would be a wonderful addition to your collection.

Mid 20th-Century COMES ON STAND Shows age and Natural Wear 8 Inches Tall on Stand 3 x 2 Large Front Shells 1 1/4 x 2 Large Conus Round Shell 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".

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Culture: Pacific Islands & Oceania
Color: White
Material: Shell
Original/Reproduction: Original