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1970s handcarved mother of pearl conch shell arm cuff or bangle with sunray fin. Large. Likely Tahitian.
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Cream shell bangle with iridescent glow and a carving of radiating lines, resembling the rays of the rising or setting sun. The bracelet has been carved from a single slice of conch shell, hand carved and then polished to bring outs its rainbow hues.
No signature, but Iikely to have originated from Tahiti.
Would suit as a bangle on a wider hand/wrist, or as an upper arm cuff on a more petite frame.
In excellent condition with no noted flaws, other than some very light scuff commensurate with age.
Approximate measurements: internal opening 2 3/4”, fin at widest point 15/16”, wall varies from 3/16”-1/4”; weighs 4g.