Item X 101350 ngambi | Spearhead. Milingimbi, Eastern Arnhem Land, Northern Territory, Australia

Summary

The leilira blade most likely originated from the legendary quarry of Ngilipidji in the country of the Wagelag clan. The resin remaining on the proximal end indicates it was mounted onto a shaft and tied with feathered string, some of which remains, to make a spear.

Local Name

ngambi

Physical Description

A quartzite blade with remnants of resin on proximal end. The word "Milingimbi" is written on surface in white ink. The right edge is damaged.