Shell Necklace : Ao Tribe Woman's Slice Shell Necklace with Carnelian Beads and Button #547 khiamungan_cloth although the term is not

although the term is not preferred by contemporary Pueblo peoples

they were also important to the economy beyond the Reservation

Though it is argued they never succeeded

Etching with dry point

(Source: The Heard Museum)

Shell Necklace : Ao Tribe Woman's Slice Shell Necklace with Carnelian Beads and Button #547 khiamungan_cloth although the term is notNaga Shell Necklace Ao Tribe Woman's Slice Shell Necklace with Carnelian Beads 547. Authentic Konyak Tribe Woman's large slice Shell Necklace. Collection of well matched shells in completely original condition as worn by a very wealthy Konyak man's wife or woman in the chief's clan. The piece is 14 inches long and in excellent condition given its use and age which is estimated to be mid 19th century. Please note that the designation Authentic means