Catalog Number
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Catalog Number |
CAS 0458-0283 | |
| Category | Tools & Implements | |
| Object Name | Mirror | |
| Culture | Polynesian: Hawaiian | |
| Global Region | Oceania | |
| Country | USA | |
| State/Prov./Dist. | Hawaii | |
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| Maker's Name | Unknown | |
| Date of Manufacture | unknown | |
| Collection Name | Ostheimer Collection (Hawaiian) | |
| Materials | Stone: basalt | |
| Description | Round mirror made from piece of basalt that has been cut and ground to flat disk and polished smooth on all surfaces; Hole has been biconically drilled near one edge so mirror can be strung on cordage and worn as pendant; When used, mirror's surface was made wet, thereby providing a reflective surface. | |
| Dimensions (cm) | Thickness = 0.7, Max Diam = 7.5 | |