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VINTAGE CHINESE CALIGRAPHY / PAINT BOXED SET.

$60

Appears to have had very limited use. The various heads screw on to the two brush sticks. Looks c1970s / 1980s.

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VERY LARGE VINTAGE NEW ZEALAND GREENSTONE PATU POUNAMU PENDANT 17.5 CMS 172 GRAM

$799

Ex estate with exact age & history unknown. Expertly carved, it measures 17.5cms long x 5.3cms wide at the base & weighs an impressive 172grams. Great condition with no chips or losses.

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RARE SUPERB LARGE TROBRIAND ISLANDS STONE AXE / CLUB HEAD. 100% GENUINE

$299

Ex Ethographic collection. Superby crafted, it measures 19cms x 9.2cms & weighs 544 grams. Supposedly given to the previous owner as gift some 20 years ago by a resident of the Island. Solid, in one piece & in great condition...

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ANTIQUE / VINTAGE MATCHING PAIR NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN BEADED MOCCASINS. #3

$149

Ex estate with no history known about the item. 25.5cms long, in used condition.

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ANTIQUE / VINTAGE MATCHING PAIR NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN BEADED MOCCASINS. #2

$149

Ex estate with no history known about the item. 25.5cms long, in used condition.

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ORIENTAL EXPORT / TOURIST WARE / VINTAGE BOXED SET 8 CARVED NEPHRITE ETC STONES.

$199

Various scenes / images depicted Floral, People, Fish. All have a rounded / domed top, various heights ranging from 35mm to 48mm, widths vary from 28mm to 48mm. 2 have some small carvings to the rear. Stones are a mixture of low grade Nephrite &...

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ANTIQUE / VINTAGE MATCHING PAIR NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN BEADED MOCCASINS.

$149

Ex estate with no history known about the item. 25.5cms long, in used condition.

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EXCELLENT LARGE JOB LOT GENUINE SHARK TEETH. PERFECT FOR PENDANT JEWELLERY.

$99

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RARE VERY LARGE VINTAGE TAMI ISLANDS DECORATIVE CEREMONIAL WOODEN FEAST BOWL.

$359

Supposedly bought back to Australia after WW2 but we have no way of confirming this. Measures 79cms long x 29cms wide x 12cms high. Cracks to one end with the central piece between the 2 cracks loose and fragile, as seen in the photos, untouched in...

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EARLY 1900s ASIAN / INDIAN SET SCALES in CARVED WOODEN ELEPHANT STORAGE CASE.

$229

The metal components of the scale are unmarked, no makers mark. The box measures 20.7cms long x 9.6cms high x 3.3cms thick. The pans are 5.8cms in diameter, the string needs untangling, the lid opens & closes ok.

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c1900 RARE HUGE / VERY HEAVY HIGHLY CARVED AFRICAN CHESS DRAUGHTS BOARD.

$599

JUST SUPERB !!! 52cms in diameter x 1.5cms thick, it’s extremely heavy, approx 5 kilo’s at a guess. It's made of a dense / very hard wood, possibly African Blackwood or African Leadwood, but unsure. A few antique dealers were of the opinion...

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1700s / 1800s SUPERB HEAVY DECORATIVE BRONZE AFRICAN “MANILLA” CURRENCY BRACELET

$459

“Manillas" were used extensively as currency in West Africa from the 15th to the 20th century. During the Transatlantic slave trade Manillas were a frequent medium of exchange for slaves. Ex estate with a note tied to it that...

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RUSTIC HAND CARVED SOAPSTONE ORIENTAL TINY BUD VASE. ARCHAIC / ANCIENT ?

$169

A mosting interesting piece !! Slightly crudely made & rustic in appearance, possibly a peasants piece, it measures 87mm high x 38mm wide & weighs approx 75 grams. Its looks like blackened Soapstone. There is a loss near the neck, see photo...

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VINTAGE HUGE TROBRIAND ISLANDS CARVED WOODEN FEAST BOWL.

$229

Priced to sell !!! Overall measures 70cms x 31cms x 10.5cms high, the bowl is 48cms x 27cms. c1960s / 1970s. Missing some Mother of Pearl inserts, otherwise very nice condition.

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FIJIAN TURTLE HEAD CARVED WOODEN TRIBAL MASK.

$60

Dates to the 1960s / 1970s. Measures 25cms high x 12.5cms wide. Nicely carved.

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RARE 100% GENUINE / ANTIQUE PAIR LARGE BALINESE COIN DOLLS.

$499

The pair is 100% genuine and are not recent reproductions. Their exact age is unknown & have not attempted to date any of the coins. Some may be Chinese Cash Coins. The doll on the left is 37.5cms high & the right 40cms, the bases are approx 10...

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VERY LARGE VINTAGE OCEANIA / FIJIAN ? CARVED WOODEN MASK.

$99

Very large & in great condition, it measures 50cms high x 22cms high. More than likely a tourist piece from c1960s. Very minor wear, needs a light clean, ready to hang.

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VINTAGE AUSTRALIAN ABORIGINAL POKERWORK MULGA WOOD SNAKE.

$50

Ex Ethnographic collection. Exact age unknow, possibly 1970s / 1980s. 29cms long & weighs approx 96 grams.

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cLATE 1800s MIDDLE HILLS AREA HIMALAYAN CARVED WOODEN MASK, VERY IMPRESSIVE! #3

$359

Long undervalued, Himalayan masks are gradually establishing a strong niche in the Ethnographic market, quality masks have risen nicely in price over recent years. This particular mask is 100% genuine and may be earlier than...

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Antique Japanese Ceremonial Lacquer Wooden Taiko Drum Meiji period

$950

Antique Japanese Ceremonial Lacquered Wooden Drum, The two heads are made with animal skin, measures 17.5cm long x 19cm approx at the widest point. Has a nice deep tone. Ex local estate. Circa Meiji period 1862-1912...

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ARCHAIC PALEO NATIVE AMERICAN WHITE STONE SPEARHEAD / ARROWHEAD

$25

Ex American Archeological / Archeologist's collection. 100% genuine & not a modern reproduction. Measures 4.2cms long x 2.7cms wide & weighs approx 8.9 grams.

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NICE EXAMPLE ARCHAIC PALEO NATIVE AMERICAN STONE SPEARHEAD / ARROWHEAD. #7

$99

Ex American Archeological / Archeologist's collection. 100% genuine & not a modern reproduction. There appears to be a dig number written on it. Measures 6.6cms long x 3.2cms wide & weighs approx 17.2 grams...

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DELIGHTFUL / INTRICATELY CARVED SMALL WOODEN TORTOISE.

$40

7cms in length x 2.8cms high, the type of wood is unknown. No makers mark or brand.

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SPECIALLY COMMISSIONED IN NEPAL & DATED / GENUINE GURKHA KUKRI CHAKMAK KARDA.

$299

Ex estate from serviceman who served throughout Asia & the Subcontinent. The Kukri was made in 1982 with the blade stamped (See photo) ORDER NEPAL 7/82 The handles are horn with the scabbard being leather. The scabbard has wear...

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VINTAGE INDO TIBETAN HIMALAYAN 3 EYE PHUM DZI dZI SPIRITUAL BEAD AMULET. #1

$299

Ex estate & didn’t realise what it was until it was researched. Approx 27mm in length & weighs 15.5 grams. Unsure what it is made of or it’s exact age though it doesn’t appear to be modern, there is some surface wear,...

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VINTAGE INDO TIBETAN HIMALAYAN 3 EYE DZI dZI SPIRITUAL BEAD AMULET. #4

$179

Approx 29mm in length & weighs 9.2 grams. There is an interesting Orange coloured band running thtough the centre. Unsure what it is made of or it’s exact age though it doesn’t look modern, there is some surface, crazing and...

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RARE 1953 QEII CORONATION CEREMONIAL GURKHA KUKRI SILVER & GOLD OVERLAY SCABBARD

$799

Ex estate from a serviceman that served throughout Asia & the Subcontinent. The stunning scabbard has an applied embossed decorative sterling ? silver overlay featuring numerous symbols / motifs, from the top to the bottom being ... a...

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VINTAGE ORIENTAL CARVED DRAGON BROWN JADE / JADEITE / NEPHRITE SEAL.

$99

Measures 70mm high x 19mm square & weighs approx 60 grams. The meaning / translation of the seal is unknown, it appears the Dragon is holding a Pearl in its claw. Minor surface loss / wear to edges + corners on the base.

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PAIR VINTAGE NEPAL NEPALESE MINIATURE WHITE METAL SOUVENIR GURKHA KUKRI'S

$55

The knives measure 8.8cms high and scabbards are 6.9cms high. Total combined weight is 54 grams. Most likely tourist souvenirs. The scabbards are a tight fit.

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ANTIQUE PHILIPPINO / INDONESIAN MORO KRIS SHORT SWORD DAGGER + WOODEN SCABBARD.

$599

On offer is an Asian made 1800s / early 1900s Moro Kris sword / dagger featuring a curved undulating blade, heavily carved traditional wooden handle & scabbard with faux jewels located just below the carved handle. Total length is 43cms...

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HUGE POSSIBLY UNIQUE VINTAGE CARVED EBONY STATUE OF KENYAN SOLDIER.

$599

Just a stunning striking piece & possibly unique. Ex military collection and was supposedly presented to a British Officer by Kenyan soldiers on his departure back to the UK c1930s / 1940s. I have no way of confirming if this is in fact true...

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LARGE UNTREATED RAW CHUNK NZ KAURI TREE GUM / RESIN, 308G

$439

12cms wide x 8.5cms & weighs 308 grams. No history is known about the item or its age.

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VINTAGE SUPERBLY CARVED COQUILLA NUT MINIATURE BASKET.

$129

Hours & hours of work would have gone into carving this piece. Native to South America, Coquilla carvings are very collectable. It measures 68mm high to the top of the handle with the top having a diameter of 36mm. In very nice...

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QUALITY / UNUSUAL LARGISH COCONUT SHELL BELT BUCKLE.

$35

Oval & slightly curved in shape it measures 87mm x 67mm & is approx 3mm to 4mm thick. The lustrous surface almost looks like Mother of Pearl but unsure. Ex estate and is more than likely a Pacific Island tourist piece.

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LARGE VINTAGE WOODEN FISH SHAPED DISH, POSSIBLY TROBRIAND ISLANDS

$149

Ex Ethnographic collection and was part of a range of tribal items brought to Australia shortly after WW2. Note the single shell fish eye ! 44cms long x 16cms wide, apart from needing a clean its in nice condition.

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3 VINTAGE PNG SPEAR TIPS.

$89

Ex Ethnographic collection. The longest is 51cms, the smallest 35cms. Some losses as per photos and are being sold AS IS, AS PICTURED. Unsure what regions they originate from.

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VINTAGE CHINESE CALIGRAPHY / PAINT BOXED SET.

VERY LARGE VINTAGE NEW ZEALAND GREENSTONE PATU POUNAMU PENDANT 17.5 CMS 172 GRAM

RARE SUPERB LARGE TROBRIAND ISLANDS STONE AXE / CLUB HEAD. 100% GENUINE

ANTIQUE / VINTAGE MATCHING PAIR NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN BEADED MOCCASINS. #3

ANTIQUE / VINTAGE MATCHING PAIR NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN BEADED MOCCASINS. #2

ORIENTAL EXPORT / TOURIST WARE / VINTAGE BOXED SET 8 CARVED NEPHRITE ETC STONES.

ANTIQUE / VINTAGE MATCHING PAIR NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN BEADED MOCCASINS.

EXCELLENT LARGE JOB LOT GENUINE SHARK TEETH. PERFECT FOR PENDANT JEWELLERY.

RARE VERY LARGE VINTAGE TAMI ISLANDS DECORATIVE CEREMONIAL WOODEN FEAST BOWL.

EARLY 1900s ASIAN / INDIAN SET SCALES in CARVED WOODEN ELEPHANT STORAGE CASE.

c1900 RARE HUGE / VERY HEAVY HIGHLY CARVED AFRICAN CHESS DRAUGHTS BOARD.

1700s / 1800s SUPERB HEAVY DECORATIVE BRONZE AFRICAN “MANILLA” CURRENCY BRACELET

RUSTIC HAND CARVED SOAPSTONE ORIENTAL TINY BUD VASE. ARCHAIC / ANCIENT ?

VINTAGE HUGE TROBRIAND ISLANDS CARVED WOODEN FEAST BOWL.

FIJIAN TURTLE HEAD CARVED WOODEN TRIBAL MASK.

RARE 100% GENUINE / ANTIQUE PAIR LARGE BALINESE COIN DOLLS.

VERY LARGE VINTAGE OCEANIA / FIJIAN ? CARVED WOODEN MASK.

VINTAGE AUSTRALIAN ABORIGINAL POKERWORK MULGA WOOD SNAKE.

cLATE 1800s MIDDLE HILLS AREA HIMALAYAN CARVED WOODEN MASK, VERY IMPRESSIVE! #3

Antique Japanese Ceremonial Lacquer Wooden Taiko Drum Meiji period

ARCHAIC PALEO NATIVE AMERICAN WHITE STONE SPEARHEAD / ARROWHEAD

NICE EXAMPLE ARCHAIC PALEO NATIVE AMERICAN STONE SPEARHEAD / ARROWHEAD. #7

DELIGHTFUL / INTRICATELY CARVED SMALL WOODEN TORTOISE.

SPECIALLY COMMISSIONED IN NEPAL & DATED / GENUINE GURKHA KUKRI CHAKMAK KARDA.

VINTAGE INDO TIBETAN HIMALAYAN 3 EYE PHUM DZI dZI SPIRITUAL BEAD AMULET. #1

VINTAGE INDO TIBETAN HIMALAYAN 3 EYE DZI dZI SPIRITUAL BEAD AMULET. #4

RARE 1953 QEII CORONATION CEREMONIAL GURKHA KUKRI SILVER & GOLD OVERLAY SCABBARD

VINTAGE ORIENTAL CARVED DRAGON BROWN JADE / JADEITE / NEPHRITE SEAL.

PAIR VINTAGE NEPAL NEPALESE MINIATURE WHITE METAL SOUVENIR GURKHA KUKRI'S

ANTIQUE PHILIPPINO / INDONESIAN MORO KRIS SHORT SWORD DAGGER + WOODEN SCABBARD.

HUGE POSSIBLY UNIQUE VINTAGE CARVED EBONY STATUE OF KENYAN SOLDIER.

LARGE UNTREATED RAW CHUNK NZ KAURI TREE GUM / RESIN, 308G

VINTAGE SUPERBLY CARVED COQUILLA NUT MINIATURE BASKET.

QUALITY / UNUSUAL LARGISH COCONUT SHELL BELT BUCKLE.

LARGE VINTAGE WOODEN FISH SHAPED DISH, POSSIBLY TROBRIAND ISLANDS

3 VINTAGE PNG SPEAR TIPS.

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