Artifact Number:
 D.00605

Object:
Fishhook, lure
Makau

Material:
 Shell (pearl), bone, cord, pig bristles

Dimensions:
 11.0 x 1.5 cm

Origin:
 Molokai, Hawaii, Polynesia

Comments:
 This is a fishhook used for trolling. It was repaired with new cordage and hog bristles before gifting. It is made of pearl shell, bone, cord, and bristles.



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