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New Guinea Tapa Bark Cloth Beater, Ramu River

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New Guinea Tapa Bark Cloth Beater, Ramu River

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New Guinea Tapa Bark Cloth Beater, Ramu River. Well used. Size: 16'' x 1.5'' x 1.25'' (41 x 4 x 3 cm).

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New Guinea Tapa Bark Cloth Beater, Ramu River

Name: New Guinea Tapa Bark Cloth Beater, Ramu River
SKU: 129019846
Price: 75 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $300

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