{"product_id":"ceremonial-boar-tusk-cowrie-shell-necklace-sepik-river-papua-new-guinea-tribal-adornment","title":"Ceremonial Boar Tusk \u0026 Cowrie Shell Necklace | Sepik River, Papua New Guinea | Tribal Adornment","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e3363-032\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffered for sale is a beautiful and authentic ceremonial boar tusk and cowrie shell necklace (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebilas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) from the Sepik River region of Papua New Guinea. Worn primarily by tribal leaders and high-status individuals during important gatherings, marriage dowry trades (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebride price\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), and cultural \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esing-sing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e festivals, these ornate body ornaments serve as powerful symbols of prestige, wealth, and social standing within the community.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis striking piece features a prominent, crescent-shaped wild boar tusk pendant attached to a flexible, hand-braided natural plant fiber band. The entire length of the woven cord is densely embellished with meticulously hand-stitched, sliced cowrie shells, creating a contrasting visual rhythm against the rich texture of the fiber. Exhibiting beautiful native character and traditional craftsmanship, this necklace is a wonderful display piece and an exceptional addition to any collection of Oceanic, ethnographic, or wearable tribal art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObject:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ceremonial Boar Tusk and Cowrie Shell Necklace (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBilas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sepik River Peoples\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sepik River, Papua New Guinea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mid to Late 20th Century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 21.5\" H × 7\" W × 7\" D (54.6 × 17.8 × 17.8 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wild boar tusk, sliced cowrie shells, and hand-braided natural plant fiber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This piece exhibits authentic, stable aging, beautiful native patination on the bone, and minor fiber wear consistent with age and\/or traditional use. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-42a8a325-7fff-411a-9e2a-07fe68a2989c\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is available for local pick-up. Shipping can be available for this item. Please contact us for a custom quote or to make arrangements. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adventure Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44815581741149,"sku":"3363-032","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/1222\/2301\/files\/3363_032a.jpg?v=1785337274","url":"https:\/\/theadventureroom.com\/products\/ceremonial-boar-tusk-cowrie-shell-necklace-sepik-river-papua-new-guinea-tribal-adornment","provider":"Adventure Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}