Ornament Item Number: C168 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
A large flat white circular piece, creating a bracelet-like effect.
History Of Use
Originally used as currency.
Narrative
According to Burnett, he found this piece, along with other shell ornaments etc. while exploring coral cliffs on the coast, near the Morovo Lagoon, with Mr. Bennett. He said there were many caves that had been converted to 'tambo' shrines, where he found "... many propitiatory offerings..." and was able "... to add to my curio collection..."
Item History
- Made in Marovo Lagoon, New Georgia, Solomon Islands before 1909
- Collected during 1909
- Owned by Frank Burnett before 1927
- Received from Frank Burnett (Donor) on July 25, 1927
What
Who
- Culture
- Solomon Islands
- Previous Owner
- Frank Burnett
- Received from
- Frank Burnett (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Marovo Lagoon, New Georgia, Solomon Islands
When
- Creation Date
- before 1909
- Collection Date
- during 1909
- Ownership Date
- before 1927
- Acquisition Date
- on July 25, 1927
Other
- Condition
- good
- Accession Number
- 2191/0578