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Artifact Number:
 B.07116

Object:
Necklace
Lei niho palaoa

Material:
 Ivory, textile (satin)

Dimensions:
 

Origin:
 Hawaii, Polynesia

Comments:
 Hair braid replaced with satin cloth/ribbon. Satin cloth flakes easily when handled. Overall length 51 cm. Niho: 9.5 x 4.75 x 3.4 cm.



Collection Name: Kapiolani-Kalanianaole Collection

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