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Artifact Number:
 D.03537

Object:
Fishhook, one piece
Matau

Material:
 Shell (pearl)

Dimensions:
 

Origin:
 Bora Bora, Society Islands, Polynesia

Comments:
 This fish hook or Matau is made of pearl shell. Comes from Bora Bora in the Society Islands.



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