Tribal Art and Ethnographica Catalogue


Melanesia: Irian Jaya

Item ID: e1982



Item Code: e1982
Description: A Malay pale green glass ear ornament, dimbo.
This type of ornament was a very important form of trade currency, given by Malay traders to the indigenous people of the Waropen Coast in exchange for highly prized items such as bird of paradise feathers.
Excellent condition; signs of considerable age.
Origin: Pre 19th century, Waropen Coast, West Papua
Dimensions: Diameter: 38 mm
Price: AUD $100.00 USD $70.00 EUR €53.00
Status: Available
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