Philippine Bullet bead necklace

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Philippines, 20th century

Philippine tribal necklace constructed of bullet shell casings from WWII. Necklace composed of a small number of cylindrical bullet beads suspended on cord, the restrained arrangement giving the piece a simple, understated character. 13"

Ex-New Mexico Estate. Collection Amassed Prior to 1995

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Philippine Bullet bead necklace

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Estimate $150-$250Jun 25, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT

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Jun 25, 2026 1:00 PM EDT

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