Chumash Fishhook Stages Development - Eel Grass String, Rope, Mat, Square Beads.

Every stage of Chumash fish hook fabrication from raw abalone to refined blanks to finished product.

Eel grass rope with knots, string, and matting (possibly a sandal) )with cross section weaves.

Square rectangular beads many with asphaltum tar. There were used to adorn dagger handles, hairpins, bowls, etc. 55 beads total.

All items found on private property, in Santa Barbara county.

Serious serious serious pieces! For the serious collectors, extremely rare pieces!

Shipped with USPS Ground Advantage.