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Pearl Shell Money (Yar)

from Micronesia, c. 1970

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Pearl Shell Money (Yar)

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Pearl Shell Money (Yar)

Yap

Pearl Shell Money (Yar)

from Micronesia, c. 1970

Physical Qualities Fiber, shell, grass, dye, W. 6 5/16 x L. 70 7/8 in. (16 x 180 cm.)
Credit Line Gift of Katharine and Clinton Bamberger, Baltimore
Object Number 2000.298
The Baltimore Museum of Art by gift 2000; Katherine and Clinton Bamberger

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