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Subiaco Museum > Records

NECKLACE: PEARL IRRIDECENT SHELLS

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c. 1900

Overview

Necklace of tiny white iridescent shells threaded together. Shells are rare Maireener Tasmanian shells. The creation of these necklaces is an Indigenous Tasmanian tradition, a cultural practice that dates back hundreds of years.

Historical information

These beautiful tiny iridescent shells have been collected by Tasmanian Aboriginal women for many many generations.

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Registration number

cwa-org-43-1985.1844

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Material

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Photographed 2023

Newman Family Collection

NEWMAN, Mary Ann (nee Mason)

COSTUME ACCESSORIES

Museum Treasure

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Statement of significance

Representative, example of necklace made from shells

Subiaco Museum

Subiaco Museum

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