123 - Papua New Guinea-style necklace with a base, Indonesia.

Papua New Guinea-style necklace with a base, Indonesia. The necklace is made of small Cypraea shells (Cypraea, such as C. moneta or C. annulus, or Erosaria) arranged in rows, with small Nassarius or Oliva shells along the edges. The pendant features discs made from Turbo opercula secured by a red bead. A few small Cypraea shells surround the discs. Attached to the sides of the pendant are large white Cypraea shells of the Cypraea / Cypraeovula or Lyncina type. A yellow-orange pearlescent disc completes the pendant. The entire piece is mounted on a base made of plant fibers. (Signs of wear) Provenance: From an estate Expert: Cédric LE DAUPHIN