Ornament

MOA: University of British Columbia

3425/10

Amber-coloured heart-shaped ornament made of kauri gum. Carved into one face is the outline of another heart, about 0.5 cm in from the edge. The ornament is polished, but worn.


  • Type of Item ornament
  • Culture Maori
  • Material kauri gum
  • Measurements height 3.3 cm, width 2.8 cm, depth 1.0 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Bette Thompson
  • Received from Bette Thompson

  • Made in New Zealand

  • Ownership Date before February 10, 2020
  • Acquisition Date on February 10, 2020

  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3425/0010