Spearhead

50-49-51

From: Philippine Islands | Northern Luzon

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

Object Number 50-49-51
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Bontoc (uncertain)
Provenience Philippine Islands | Northern Luzon
Section Oceanian
Materials Metal
Description

Iron ferrule at tip of shaft into which tang is inserted; "kayang" class of spear called "Gayang" among Ifugao; long prong. Not used in hunting; seldom in war; made and carried for its graceful shape.

Length 33.5 cm
Credit Line Purchased from Misses Elizabeth H. Metcalf and Sarah S. Metcalf, 1950

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