Ear Ornament

MOA: University of British Columbia

2948/86

Cassowary quill ornament. The ornament is roughly circular with the pointed end of the quill inserted into the thick end.


  • Type of Item ornament
  • Culture Asmat
  • Material cassowary quill
  • Measurements height 8.8 cm, width 5.4 cm, depth 0.4 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 2948/0086