Necklace with Half-Moon Pendant, 20th century, 11-13/16 x 7-9/16 x 1-1/4 in. ( x x cm), Shell, tortoise shell, string, Solomon Islands, 20th century, This shell pendant is a beautiful example of the unique blend of both Polynesian and Melanesian cultural elements found in the Santa Cruz Islands. The ornament is made of golden-lipped pearlshell, a rare material available only through trade with neighboring islands. The object's form also reflects outside cultural influences. Most pendants worn in the Solomon Islands are round

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Size: 2556px × 3195px
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Photo credit: © Penta Springs / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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