PNG Shell Ring Currency / Pectorals, Set of 5

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PNG Shell Ring Currency / Pectorals, Set of 5

$1,200.00

  • Mid 20th Century or Earlier

  • Shell

  • Diameters: 4 – 5 in. / 10 – 13 cm

  • Height on Custom Display Stands: 8.5 to 11.5 in. /  22 – 29 cm

Shaped from giant clam shells with only bamboo and sand, these hard marble-like rings have an exquisite, luxurious quality. These rings were, and to some extent still are, valued and used as currency.

Domestic shipping included. International shipping quoted separately.

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