Lure

Description
Lure. Paua shell lure lashed to the wire hook with twine and muka. The hook shaft extends along the back of the paua shell. A remnant of the fishing line protrudes from the top, it is almost twice the length of the lure.
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Object detail

Description
Lure. Paua shell lure lashed to the wire hook with twine and muka. The hook shaft extends along the back of the paua shell. A remnant of the fishing line protrudes from the top, it is almost twice the length of the lure.
Subject categories
Māori culture
Department
Taonga Māori
ID number
7618

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