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Micronesian

Shell Necklace

from Micronesia, 1969

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Micronesian

Shell Necklace

from Micronesia, 1969

Physical Qualities Shell, fiber, D. 1 1/8 x L. 16 5/8 in. (2.9 x 42.3 cm.)
Credit Line Gift of Katharine and Clinton Bamberger, Baltimore
Object Number 2000.300
Plaited and seven shells thick; shells attached at the anterior end, with the spire pointing outward
The Baltimore Museum of Art by gift 2000; Katherine and Clinton Bamberger

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