Mt Hagen Area, Western Highlands, Papua New Guinea

A beautiful old Western Highlands turban shell neck ornament. Eight (8) crescent shaped pieces of turban shell strung on bush string. Worn as an adornment during sing sings, sometimes traditionally traded as a form of shell currency. Smooth rounded edges with encrustations from extensive use; in excellent condition. A fine example of tribal jewellery. Mounted on a steel display stand.

Shell section width: 23 cm or 9 inches.
Price: SOLD