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Fishing Hook

MOA: University of British Columbia

3274/8

Large barbed turtle shell hook on short twisted cord. The cord is tied around the end of the hook and held in place by a small metal tie.

  • Narrative

    Hook used in angling from canoes.

  • Type of Item hook
  • Culture Yapese
  • Material turtle shell, fibre, metal
  • Measurements height 5.8 cm, width 4.1 cm, depth 0.5 cm (overall)
  • Previous Owner William H. Alkire
  • Received from William H. Alkire
  • Made in Woleai
  • Collection Date during 1964
  • Ownership Date before August 16, 2017
  • Acquisition Date on August 16, 2017
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3274/0008

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