Small pouch of plaited pandanus fibre. Rectangular in shape woven with many different patterns all over. The flap and rim of the opening are decorated with angled fringe. Two thin plaited cords extend out from either end of the flap, and both continue through the weaving . A long plaited carry strap is attached from the upper corners of the pouch, extending down through the centre of the flap, and then tied on either corner of the flap.

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• Type of Item pouch
• Culture Yapese
• Material pandanus leaf, dye
• Measurements height 11.0 cm, width 16.6 cm, depth 1.5 cm (overall)

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• Previous Owner William H. Alkire
• Received from William H. Alkire

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• Made in Yap

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• Collection Date between 1962 and 1965
• Ownership Date before August 16, 2017
• Acquisition Date on August 16, 2017

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• Item Classes basketry
• Condition good
• Accession Number 3274/0040