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A Coconut charm, New Ginuea
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A Coconut charm, New Ginuea
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A Coconut charm (marupai), or 'Lakakare', Papuan Gulf area, New Guinea, made from a dwarf coconut and representing a marine creature or the heads of pigs. This example represents a swordfish and would have been filled with magical substances. The fibre bag allowed travellers to carry the charm around their necks to ward off danger.

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Keywords: Amulets and Charms
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  • Library reference: Museum No A160938
  • Photo number: L0035761
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