Arm Ring
| Native Name | Gima |
|---|---|
| Object Number: | 67-5-93 |
| Current Location: | Collections Storage |
| Culture: | Solomon Islander |
| Provenience: | Solomon Islands Santa Ana, Solomon Islands |
| Date Made: | Before 1966 |
| Early Date: | 1956 |
| Late Date: | 1966 |
| Section: | Oceanian |
| Materials: | Tridacna Shell |
| Height: | 6 cm |
| Width: | 11 cm |
| Outside Diameter: | 11 cm |
| Credit Line: | William Kohler Expedition; William H. Davenport, 1967 |
| Other Number: | A15 - Other Number |
Description
See 67-5-84. Of tridacna shell. Arm ornament worn only by men who have a reputation as good bonito fishermen. Serrated edge.
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