A sinahi is a crescent moon shaped pendant worn by the high class members of society as a sign of status. Photo courtesy of Dr. Judy Flores.
Ancient Guam Era

CHamoru/Chamorro Jewelry

Ancient CHamorus donned various styles of necklaces called ålas and salape that were made of seashells and tortoiseshell. As is common throughout much of Oceania,

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Art

Contemporary Tattoo

Tattooing is an art with more visible modern roots than other practices on Guam. Although tattooing is well-documented in other Micronesian cultures including Yap, Palau

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