Summary
This type of necklace made with grass stems cut to even lengths was likely worn by Aboriginal women.
Physical Description
A multistrand grass stem necklace (broken) with a length of human hair string attached at one end.
Significance
This is a very early example of these necklaces from northern Queensland.
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Object/Medium
Ornament, neck
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Object Measurements
540 mm (Length), 70 mm (Width), 20 mm (Height)
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Collecting Areas
Australian Indigenous - Northern Australia and Queensland and Torres Strait Islands