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Te Kohinga Taoka Māori

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Chisel, Whao

Complete chisel. Bevel demarcated by lines on both sides, cutting edge is sharp and straight. Cross-section is oval, no tapering of sides. Proximal end is rough, other surfaces are ground.

Provenance Place:
Kaikai Beach, Otago Heads, Dunedin City, Otago, New Zealand

D49.279

Details

Cultural Group
Kāi Tahu, Māori, Polynesian, Pacific
Measurements
46.1 x 9.1 x 6.6mm
Media/Materials
Nephrite, Jade, mineral, inorganic, Pounamu
Credit Line
Mr H Lewis
Rights
All rights reserved
Department
Taoka Maori
Accession Number
D49.279
On Display
Yes

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