Summary
This necklace is made of multiple cords of string coated with red ochre. Eagle claws are tied to the end of one of two strings attached at either end of the band. These and other similar ornaments were made for both ceremonial and decorative purposes.
Physical Description
A neckband made of ten cords of human hair cords coated with red ochre. It has two human hair strings one of which has eagle hawk claws attached.
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Ornament, neck
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Object Measurements
490 mm (Length), 170 mm (Width), 30 mm (Height)
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Collecting Areas
Australian Indigenous - Northern Australia and Queensland and Torres Strait Islands