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Artifact Number:
 B.06787

Object:
Fishhook
Makau

Material:
 Bone (ivory), plant (olona)

Dimensions:
 4.5 x 3.25 cm

Origin:
 Hawaii, Polynesia

Comments:
 This is a fishhook called "Kapuahelani." It is made of ivory and olona (Touchardia latifolia) cordage with a single barb.



Collection Name: Kapiolani-Kalanianaole Collection

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