Louisiade Archipelago, Milne Bay Province, Papua New Guinea.

A fine Massim greenstone presentation axe blade. These axe blades were traded or presented as gifts throughout the Massim region and are still to this day highly revered as a form of currency. This is an excellent example with great age, probably centuries. There are a few small nicks around the edges from time in the field; in otherwise perfect condition. Mounted on a custom steel display stand.

Dimensions: 22 x 9 cm or 8.5 x 3.5 inches.

Price: SOLD