pohaku puka ku`i poi, poi pounder

Object number:

H18.121

Object name:

pohaku puka ku`i poi; poi pounder

Material/Technique:

Carved basalt

Dimensions:

H: 6 in, W: 6.5 in, D: 3 in

Credit line:

Museum Purchase

Physical description:

Carved basalt with ring handle.

Content description:

Poi pounder, trachyte rock "Poi pounder; trachyte rock. Island of Kauai, State of Hawaii, Polynesia." (warehouse card) "See Dilly Loan - Poi Pounders" (gray notebook) "Ring type from Kauai, Hawaii' Dr. K. Emory, Bishop Museum, 27-XII-62" (gray notebook) "Convex bottom, natural color, very heavy." (gray notebook)

Cultural affinity:

Native Hawaiian

Consultation and/or research has led us to believe that this item is not considered funerary or culturally sensitive. However, affiliated Tribe(s) determine the cultural significance of their items. If this item is a part of your heritage and you wish to contact us about it, please email nagpra@museumca.org.

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Currently on display in the Gallery of California History

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