Ornament

MOA: University of British Columbia

3261/107

Two pieces of abalone cut into octagonal shapes, knotted through holes in the middle of each, with a hide thong, and another knot in the centre. The hide has been coloured red.


  • Type of Item ornament
  • Culture Northwest Coast
  • Material rawhide skin, pigment, abalone shell
  • Measurements height 3.5 cm, width 7.0 cm, depth 1.5 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner John Livingston, Elspeth McConnell
  • Received from Elspeth McConnell

  • Made in British Columbia

  • Ownership Date before March 2016, before April 12, 2018
  • Acquisition Date on April 12, 2018

  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3261/0107