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PNG Highlands Pig Tally Chest Ornament, of Bamboo & Job's Tears
PNG Highlands Pig Tally Chest Ornament, of Bamboo & Job's Tears
PNG Highlands Pig Tally Chest Ornament, of Bamboo & Job's Tears
PNG Highlands Pig Tally Chest Ornament, of Bamboo & Job's Tears
PNG Highlands Pig Tally Chest Ornament, of Bamboo & Job's Tears
PNG Highlands Pig Tally Chest Ornament, of Bamboo & Job's Tears

PNG Highlands Pig Tally Chest Ornament, of Bamboo & Job's Tears

$ 10.56

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Condition: New
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Papua New Guinea
  • Modified Item: No
  • Culture: Pacific Islands
  • Provenance: Ownership History Not Available
  • Handmade: Yes

    Description

    This is a pig tally worn by men in the PNG Highlands.  It is a modern rendition, 10 1/4" x 4", with a 22" necklace portion.  It is made from sections of small bamboo and seeds called "Job's tears" on a string.  I used to have an old one which was stolen by a high end Oceanic Art dealer!  Traditionally, they are about half as wide and 1/3 to 1/2 as long.  Also they just have a simple string which is worn snug around the neck like a choker.  The old ones usually have a rich dark patina but this one appears to be unused.
    I am happy to combine shipping.  Any shipping over payment will be refunded.  Shipping to the USA only.  No returns accepted.