Kahoa

Description:

Kahoa hihi vao fiofio fua kaho. This kahoa (neck ornament) consists of yellow hihi vao (land snail shells) and grey kaho seeds strung onto cotton thread in an alternating pattern. Kahoa may be worn by dancers during performances, worn to accentuate cultural attire, or gifted to loved ones.

Display date:

Made: Pre 2004; Acquired: 17 Nov 2004

Location:

Pacific

Collections:

Auckland Museum Collections Online

Content partner:

Auckland War Memorial Museum Tāmaki Paenga Hira

Availability:

Not specified