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Artifact Number:
 B.01228

Object:
Fishhook, one piece
Matau

Material:
 Bone(whale)

Dimensions:
 11.5 x 4.7 x 1.0 cm.

Origin:
 New Zealand, Polynesia

Comments:
 Single piece fish hook made of whale bone. Hook also has a carved head. May have been used as a pendant for an important individual.



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