Ifugao Igorot ethnic shell necklace Philippine Tribal

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Lot IFGPNGLPNGGESH1105R -----------------------------------------------------------------------Pectoral pangalapang Ifugao, Northern Luzon, PhilippinesMother of Pearl, rattan Largest shell section approx: 3.28" inches L x 2.73" W Total width approx: 12.35" inches ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Traditional wealth object worn by both the Ifugao male and female.Handwoven rattan, and shell of the Pinctada maxima .This is a new, contemporary production necklace manufactured by indigenous Ifugao in the early 1990's. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- The pangalapang is one of the few, outright ostentatious wealth displays of the Ifugao.Only a select few had the wherewithal to make the trip through enemy, headhunting territory, trade with the lowlanders, and then shape and perforate the shell with simple and crude tools. When this tribal necklace is used traditonally (with the bright side facing up); the effect is about the same now as then- a "fan of gleaming light..." Can also be used with the dark side facing up.The Kalinga version can be differentiated by the smaller though more numerous shell trapezoids. - see photos below: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Today, the "politically-correct" collective term for these "Igorot" Northern Philippine tribes (Apayao/Isnag, Abra/Tinguian, Kalinga, Gaddang, Applai, Mountain Province/Bontok, Bago, I-lagod, Kankana-ey, Kankanai, Balangao, Ibaloi, Ifugao, Ikalahan, Kalanguya, Karao, and Ilongot,) would be "Cordillerans." -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Buyer to pay actual shipping charges only on specified package weight.Paypal preferred. See shipping calculators below to determine postage.International bidders will be emailed with an accurate shipping quote.*Guaranteed Satisfaction: Return artifacts within 3 days of receipt for a merchandise credit refund less 15% restocking fee plus all return shipping costs in original box and wrapping.No refund of shipping fees. As is the law of the State, CA residents will pay 9.25% sales tax. Resale numbers will be accepted ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ International Buyers: Please Note this official Ebay recommended disclosure:Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------As of September 22, 2009, EBay will no longer allow the option of buyer-added insurance. Our listings will specify if an item includes insurance or not. We utilize delivery confirmation and/or signature confirmation depending on the shipping carrier. If you have a special insurance requirements, please contact us prior to bidding. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Check out my other items!Be sure to add me to your favorites list!Visit the Northern Cordillera Imports EBay store! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Payment I accept the following forms of payment: PayPal Shipping & Handling US Shipping Enter ZIP Code and USPS Priority Mail� USPS Parcel Post� International Shipping USPS First-Class Mail International USPS Priority Mail International Album Album Album Album Album Album Album Album FREE scheduling, supersized i... read more

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