Niho taniwha (shark's tooth ear ornament)

Object | Part of Taonga Māori collection

NameNiho taniwha (shark's tooth ear ornament)

ProductionUnknown; carver; 19th century; New Zealand

Classificationear ornaments

Materialstooth

Techniquescarving

DimensionsOverall: 18mm (length), 15mm (depth), 2.05g (weight)

Registration NumberME001657

Credit linePurchased 1907

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