A:shiwi (Zuni Pueblo). <em>Fish Charm (Wai-ka-shi-ta)</em>, 19th century. Shell, turquoise, resin, 1/4 × 2 3/4 × 11/16 in. (0.6 × 7 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Museum Expedition 1903, Museum Collection Fund, 03.325.3407. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: , 03.325.3318_03.325.3398_03.325.3407.jpg)

Fish Charm (Wai-ka-shi-ta)

Artist:A:shiwi (Zuni Pueblo)

Medium: Shell, turquoise, resin

Dates:19th century

Dimensions: 1/4 × 2 3/4 × 11/16 in. (0.6 × 7 cm)

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Accession Number: 03.325.3407

Image: 03.325.3318_03.325.3398_03.325.3407.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
This small piece of shell in the shape of a curved fish or moon phase has been inlaid with resinous material and turquoise.

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