Boar's Tooth, Currency, Vanuatu, Oceania, Tribal Art
Magnificent bracelet in perfect condition,
without flaws or cracks, its growth is perfectly aligned. Can be worn as a bracelet.
Used as currency in Vanuatu.
Length: 37.5 cm
Diameter: 10.5 cm
Inner diameter: 7.5 cm
Used as currency, these ornaments are worn as bracelets and pectorals.
It holds great symbolic and sacred value. The pig is at the heart of the traditional social system of Vanuatu.
It was raised to obtain this rare tooth, which was exchanged for a promotion, initiation into secrets, marriage, or even to settle a debt… The ranking system allowed one to increase their power in the world of the living and to exert influence on the world of the dead. Each person was authorized to wear the ornaments corresponding to their rank.
The curved boar tooth is one of the emblems of Vanuatu.
It appears on its national flag.
without flaws or cracks, its growth is perfectly aligned. Can be worn as a bracelet.
Used as currency in Vanuatu.
Length: 37.5 cm
Diameter: 10.5 cm
Inner diameter: 7.5 cm
Used as currency, these ornaments are worn as bracelets and pectorals.
It holds great symbolic and sacred value. The pig is at the heart of the traditional social system of Vanuatu.
It was raised to obtain this rare tooth, which was exchanged for a promotion, initiation into secrets, marriage, or even to settle a debt… The ranking system allowed one to increase their power in the world of the living and to exert influence on the world of the dead. Each person was authorized to wear the ornaments corresponding to their rank.
The curved boar tooth is one of the emblems of Vanuatu.
It appears on its national flag.
1 200 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Condition of use
Material: Other
Length: 37.5 cm
Diameter: 10.5 cm
Reference (ID): 1695621
Availability: In stock
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