. This impressive ceremonial celt, measuring 32 cm, was field collected in 1988 from Papua. Crafted from stunning green-grey jade (nephrite), it was traditionally used as tribal currency, particularly in high-status land transactions and important exchanges. Such oversized celts were highly valued and symbolized wealth, power, and social status within indigenous Papuan communities. The polished surface and natural patina reflect its authentic age and ritual significance. Material: Nephrite/Jade Size: 32 cm Origin: Papua (Field collected in 1988) Use: Tribal money for land transactions Welcome addition to any collection of tribal New Guinea Art/oceanic art We pack securely sending worldwide Sold by Koos Knol, ethnographer and anthropologist, dealer of Papua Tribal Art for more than 30 years, expert and author of the book “Papua Blues”, written in Dutch. (Maybe in English next year.)  Published end of October 2024 A book about inside stories, a book that deals with the many encounters with special people in West Papua, the impressive experiences that the author has, about special encounters with men and women who tell him about secret things, about ethnographic objects and initiate him into the rituals and ceremonies. A must have for collectors, ethnographers, ethnologists, anthropologists and museums   Google:Papua Blues Koos Knol