This is a fabulous Lumi Shell Wafu Culture of Papua New Guinea. This Currency lumi shells that are all strung on handmade twine fiber ties to the wearer back. This Often times village wide ceremonies accompany important life-cycle events.
Usually, the length of the garment, the amount of shells used would represent the wealth and prestige of its owner. This would be a wonderful item to add to your collection or to your home. COMES ON STAND Shows age, but is in good condition. Late-20th Century 27.5 Tall 31 Inches Tall on Stand 14 Inches Wide Middle 3.5 Inches Wide Top Bottom AT BACARA WE STAND BEHIND ALL OF OUR MERCHANDISE. WE CAN PROVIDE REFERENCES FOR ALL ARTIFACTS THAT WE SELL, AS WELL AS DOCUMENTATION TOWARD THEIR AUTHENTICITY.YOUR SATISFACTION IS OUR MAIN GOAL, AND WE THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING AT BACARA. The item "Papua New Guinea Wafu Lumi Shells Back Cover Currency" is in sale since Tuesday, December 4, 2018. This item is in the category "Antiques\Ethnographic\Pacific Islands & Oceania".
The seller is "bacara-online" and is located in Overland Park, Kansas. This item can be shipped worldwide.