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Birok (Pig Money)

Object | Part of Pacific Cultures collection

FE005491; Birok (Pig Money); Unknown

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NameBirok (Pig Money)
ProductionUnknown; New Ireland
Classificationmoney
Materialsplant fibre, shell (animal material), shell (plant material), tooth, bone, hair
DimensionsOverall: 1200mm (length)
Registration NumberFE005491
Credit lineAcquisition details/history unknown. Found in collection, date unknown

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