Summary
This necklace is typical of the type of ornament made and worn by women. These and other similar ornaments were made for both ceremonial and decorative purposes.
Physical Description
A necklace made of multiple cords of vegetable fibre string encased in natural pigments. Single strands of vegetable fibre string are attached to both ends.
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Object/Medium
Ornament, neck
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Object Measurements
300 mm (Length), 100 mm (Width), 35 mm (Height)
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Collecting Areas
Australian Indigenous - Northern Australia and Queensland and Torres Strait Islands