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Artifact Number:
 B.06711

Object:
Fishhook
Makau

Material:
 Shell (turtle), plant (olona)

Dimensions:
 4.9 x 3 cm

Origin:
 Hawaii, Polynesia

Comments:
 Makau ea. This is a fishhook made of turtle shell and olona (Touchardia latifolia) cordage.



Collection Name: Kapiolani-Kalanianaole Collection

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