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Artifact Number:
 K33C INV-2128F

Object:
FISHHOOK, METAL
Makau

Material:
 Metal (iron), Plant (fiber)

Dimensions:
 3.20 x 2.08 x 0.31 cm

Origin:
 Hawaii, Polynesia

Comments:
 This is two barbless iron one-piece fishhooks, both with the attached ka'a, the snell of the fishing line, and tied to each end of the same aho cordage or fishing line. "One of the names for barbless fishhooks is 'omau, which means "to hold steadfast."



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