Tasmanian Aboriginal shell necklace 1854

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Title
Tasmanian Aboriginal shell necklace
Date
1854
Description

“The following note establishes a connection to the necklace’s possible maker. Sarah Meredith writes: 'Feb. 20th 1899 These shells I got from Queen Flora the Aborigine, 1854. Sarah Meredith, Victoria Point, Oyster Cove.” From 'Collection: Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery’, p. 50.