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May 2005 Fine Art & Antiques

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8. A Pair of American Indian Incised & Ochred Shell Gorgets, circa 19th Century

Each rounded shell is hand carved and has applied pigment to areas for definition. The first has a double dotted edge around the perimeter of shell, Center has a "V" shape, possibly a body with head, a circle with stem rising over shape, overall apprx 3" x 2-1/2". The second has two human forms and a single dotted border at perimeter, overall apprx 3-1/4" x 3". Overall black and clear lucite display apprx 6"H x 7"W x 2". Display has two brass threaded protrusions for shells display.



600/800
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