African Iron Currency

Forged iron currency object or staff in the form of a stylized fancy crested bird, from the Kirdi

An impressive pair of late 19th century extra-long African currency spears—properly referred to as

This is a pair of African iron currency blade or sword currency from the Nkutshu, Topoke & Songo

Many pre-coinage African currencies were formed after objects of inherent practical value. This

19th c., Niger Region, currencies of forged iron, each with long stem incised with geometric

A collection of African hand-forged iron bell currency on custom stands from the 20th century. This

Late 19th-early 20th century iron currency, kurr, Sara-Madjingaye peoples, Southern Chad. These

Late 19th-early 20th century iron currency, kurr, Sara-Madjingaye peoples, Southern Chad. These

A pair of large specimen of African iron money currency from the early 20th century on custom

Offered by Zena Kruzick Early 20th century tribal iron currency from the Idoma of Nigeria, Africa

African Currency Sword mounted on a contemporary iron Stand. These were used in the Congo for

Fine collection of four 18th - 19th century African Tribal currency's on stand from the world

While shield and spear were central to African combat, these iron sword blades were most likely

An African Mbole tribe anklet copper currency on stand from Congo. Made to be worn around the

African currency Sword used in the Congo for important transactions such as dowry or land purchases

African currency sword that was used in the Congo for important transactions such as dowry or land

An African Mbole Tribe anklet copper currency on stand from Congo. Made to be worn around the

African ritual iron snakes effigies originate from the Lobi tribe of Burkina Faso. These serpent shaped

A pair of African manilla trade currencies from the Igbo People of Central Nigeria, West Africa

Early 20th century tribal iron currency from the Idoma of Nigeria, Cross River region, Africa Iron

This currency object belongs to a group of hoe-currencies that were produced in various shapes in

Like many pieces of traditional African metalwork, this West African spiral sculpture served as a

An African manilla trade currency from the Igbo People of Central Nigeria, West Africa. Manilla

Many pre-coinage African currencies were formed after objects of inherent practical value. This

A gorgeous and sculptural currency or ceremonial knife from the Poto Tribe, Democratic Republic of

Two cast copper currency bracelets Azande, Democratic Republic of Congo Measures: One solid

Early 20th Century Tribal Iron Gong Currency, Yoruba People, Nigeria, Africa This very graceful

Africian currency, price at $950 each, 1 available Used in bride price exchange/purchase of canoes

Appreciated as coming from the earth, and for their tangible liquidity as a store for making things, these mediums of exchange have exceptionally stable value.
Giving the abi...

Chic African Iron currency mounted on later custom stands. Priced individually.

This shield-shaped Currency was highly prized because it is iron. it could be melted down and made

This sculptural spear like form is actually currency, used in the Kisangani region of the

a Rare pair of finely made currency from Africa. A challenge even with today's technology to make

Early 20th century copper currency on iron stand, The congo.

A collection of 14 antique West African iron Kissi-Penny currency - circa 1900. Individual

African currency Property from esteemed interior designer Juan Montoya. Juan Montoya is one of

An impressive 19th century African currency spear—properly referred to as a “liganda”—from the

A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.  

Upper Cretaceous, about 70-65 million years ago (Maastrichtian) Morocco The skull is reconstructed in good proportions with fossil pieces found in a phosphate mine in Morocco. I att...

Time honored texture and form define this Nigerian copper sculptural object. The intricate geometry was achieved through a process known as scarification. The artisan would meticulou...

John Dickinson king size four poster bed from the firehouse Hand carved and stained mahogany. Mattress size is California King. Shown in The New York Times Book of Interior Design an...

Early Yoruba offering bowl in the from of a male figure with a beard riding on horse back surrounded by four small attendants, finely carved with nice patina from native use. Probabl...

This is an old African coin. Before paper money and money were in circulation, bartering was taking place in Africa. Various goods such as textiles, feathers, beads, and shells wer...

An early 20th century animal hide, wood and leather tops shield from Southern Sudan.

This magnificent 16th-century German two-hand sword is a rare and historically important ceremonial weapon, hand crafted by renowned blade-smith Christoph Stantler (active circa 155...

A pair of Papua New Guinea Mendi wooden war shields on custom stands from the mid-20th century. This pair of war shields originate from the Mendi region, within the Southern Highland...

Three different color bell jar lanterns with brass details. Stunning pigment like cobalt can be dated back as far as 1802, making these ceiling fixtures even more extrordinary. Me...

Leather Shield, South Sudan A small leather shield typical of the region known as an upwal, concave hide is attached to a reed spine with plaiting to form a strong grip. Mounted on ...

That's a true antique copper anklet from Zaire, very rare, as a modern simple sculpture . I have another one in my home . I saw some others like this, but there were not authentic:...