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1985.49.204.2

A pair of kangaroo teeth bound and suspended by cord; smeared with red ochre, used as amulet. For associated objects see [1985.49.204 .1 - .3] [PRA [OPS move] 26/10/2017]


1985.49.204.2

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Collection type
Object
Description
A pair of kangaroo teeth bound and suspended by cord; smeared with red ochre, used as amulet. For associated objects see [1985.49.204 .1 - .3] [PRA [OPS move] 26/10/2017]
Geographical reference
Western Australia
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1929
Date collected
By 1929
Acquisition information
Transferred: 1985
Materials and processes
Material String, Material Kangaroo Tooth Animal, Material Ochre, Material Plant Fibre, Process Bound
Dimensions
Depth: max 7 mm, Width: max 11 mm, Length: max 42 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1985.49.204.2 Other numbers: R 1095/ 1937 C.TB

Search terms: Religion, Ornament, Amulet, Pendant