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Artifact Number:
 1970.015.061

Object:
Fishhook
Makau

Material:
 Bone

Dimensions:
 3.3 x 2.1 cm

Origin:
 Hawaii, Polynesia

Comments:
 This makau is made of bone. The single point is high and curves back towards the shank. Some of the original cordage at the top of the shank remains.



Collection Name: Lorenzo Lyons Collection

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