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Shell ornament ‘Kapkap’Santa Cruz, in the Solomon Islands
‘Kapkaps’ are high-status chest or head ornaments, worn by men and women on important occasions in many parts of western Oceania. People also traded them within and between islands. This one was made in the 19th century. You can learn more about this piece in this special interactive feature [opens new window] based on the world cultures gallery. In this section
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