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Ear Ornament

MOA: University of British Columbia

2948/85

Cassowary quill ornament. The ornament is roughly circular with the pointed end of the quill inserted into the thick end. A white plastic ring surrounds the join.

  • Type of Item ornament
  • Culture Asmat
  • Material cassowary quill, plastic
  • Measurements height 6.8 cm, width 4.5 cm, depth 0.5 cm (overall)
  • Previous Owner Lorne Balshine
  • Received from Lorne Balshine
  • Made in Papua
  • Collection Date during 1980
  • Ownership Date before April 11, 2012
  • Acquisition Date on April 11, 2012
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 2948/0085

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