Artifact Number:
B.01504
Object:
Fishhook
Makau
Material:
Bone
Dimensions:
6 x 3 cm
Origin:
Kahoolawe, Hawaii, Polynesia
Comments:
This makau is made of human bone and was found on Kahoolawe. It follows a form that is uncommon, but seen in other hooks made of the same material. The incurved point is more typical of other fishhooks, along with a very slight lower barb. This kind of hook is known as makau iwi kanaka.
Collection Name:
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