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Pestle

MOA: University of British Columbia

3274/14

Pestle of coral. The slightly rounded top has four small raised bumps. The shaft tapers in from the wide round base as it extends upwards to the neck.

  • Narrative

    A failibbo is used in preparing taro and breadfruit. When pounding taro it is called a failisusul.

  • Type of Item pestle
  • Culture Yapese
  • Material coral
  • Measurements height 14.5 cm, width 10.0 cm, depth 10.0 cm (overall)
  • Previous Owner William H. Alkire
  • Received from William H. Alkire
  • Made in Lamotrek
  • Collection Date during 1962
  • Ownership Date before August 16, 2017
  • Acquisition Date on August 16, 2017
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3274/0014

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