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Artifact Number:
 03818

Object:
Fishhook Bundle


Material:
 Metal (iron), Plant (fiber)

Dimensions:
 9.80 x 3.12 x 1.82 cm

Origin:
 Hawaii, Polynesia

Comments:
 This is a coconut fiber bundle tied with cordage, containing three iron one-piece fishhooks, each with their own ka'a, snell of the fishing line, and the aho cordage or fishing line. The types of the fishhooks are unknown.



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