Summary
This type of necklace made with grass stems cut to even lengths was likely worn by Aboriginal women.
Physical Description
A multistrand necklace (broken) made of grass stems threaded onto lengths of vegetable fibre string. The ends are bound with fine string where the string ties are attached.
More Information
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Object/Medium
Ornament, neck
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Object Measurements
310 mm (Length), 60 mm (Width), 15 mm (Height)
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References
[Book] 1992. Women's work: Aboriginal women's artefacts in the Museum of Victoria.
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Collecting Areas
Australian Indigenous - Northern Australia and Queensland and Torres Strait Islands