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An impressive pre–European Māori long inanga pounamu hei whao,

Estimate $4,800 - $6,500

Lot Details

of long lozenge tapered form and oval cross section, groove to the chisel end, the hourglass suspension hole with narrow Section to the top, evidence of old broken hole above. Matt polished, with restrained pale and tan inclusions. L.182mm. Provenance: From a private Nelson estate. Registered Y21211.

An impressive pre–European Māori long inanga pounamu hei whao, Image 1++
An impressive pre–European Māori long inanga pounamu hei whao, Image 1++