Iron Currency

African iron currency form from the Kwele people of Gabon. The large currency with a base of fish

Large-scale 19th century iron currency on stand; Nigeria; 18th century. Fabulous piece of sculpture.

African iron currency on stand.

This is a matched pair of forged iron currencies from the Mumuye Tribe of Nigeria. The currency is

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

A two-spiral piece of currency that comes from the Mafa and Matakam groups who live in Northern

A dramatic line-engraved sheet iron currency piece from the former French colonial territory of

This is a large West African iron currency item in the form of two entwined snakes, a very rare

African antique currency from the Congo, most likely Iron. Beatufil decorative piece, includes a

An excellent and unusual early 20th century tribal currency item that has 16 individual gongs on a

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

range of metalwork motifs, likely as a result of overlapping cultural influences, the iron currency was

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

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 fantastic 19th century Afo culture wrought iron spade currency piece mounted on custom steel

) Currency in forged iron made by the Toma tribe and spread from 1800 by the Kissi throughout the West

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

three-pronged iron currency piece is shaped in reference to hand-held throwing knifes, such as the

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

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

An iron Topoke sword currency, mounted on a solid oak base. Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire

. It was a ceremonial instrument, a status symbol, and a piece of currency. Using a rubber coated stick

-use currency. The exotic bird's head design of this iron staff currency calls to mind flocks common to

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

People of Nigeria as a form of currency. Forged from iron and hammered with horizontal markings to

Africa was most likely made to serve as a piece of trade currency. Many pre-colonization African

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

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

currencies are made of iron, have a lovely patina and are each presented upon a custom black iron stand.

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

currencies have been nicely displayed upon a custom iron Stand (which is included). Dimensions: 9.5 inches

Single Yua Wenga shell currency from Papua New Guinea. Yua (Money) Wenga (Clam Rings) are clamshell

Early 20th century tribal iron ritual snake object, Lobi or Gan, Burkina Faso This especially

With flared hourglass shape and tightly coiled ends, this bundle of iron currency pieces is imbued

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

Early to mid-20th century tribal iron currency blade, Mboum people, Northern Cameroon. A dynamic

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

In many pre-colonial regions of Africa, iron was so valuable that tools often doubled as currencies

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

Rare late 19th century Tribal forged iron Hook Currency, Cameroon/ NE Nigeria, upper Banue River

Formed in the shape of an anchor, this graceful iron currency piece was forged by the Kwele people

three-pronged iron currency piece is shaped in reference to hand-held throwing knifes, such as the

A wonderfully mounted group of three tribal triple headed snake form iron currency pieces, Lobi

a valuable currency piece used in rare and significant exchanges. During religious ceremonies

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

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

Large, early 20th century forged iron hoe currency from the Afo or Angas tribes, mounted on

stable form of currency. Used to negotiate major life transactions such as weddings, these currency

Early to mid-20th century tribal iron anchor currency, Gabon/ D.R. Congo From the Kwele people of

of currency. Its hollow, acoustical form made it an ideal musical addition to ritual ceremonies

Like many pieces of traditional African metalwork, these iron gongs served multiple purposes within

Africa was most likely made to serve as a piece of trade currency. Many pre-colonization African

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...

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...

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural of the Mbole people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo with this exquisite pair of 20th-century Mbole copper currency cuffs. Mounted on cus...

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

West African hand beaded head dress crown from Yoruba, Nigeria. This artistic beautiful and functional art piece is covered with beads in ivory, red and black colors with faces bird...

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...

Yoruba people have one of the highest incidents of twin births in the world. As a result, twin children are regarded as extraordinary, divine beings protected by Sango, the deity of ...

The Beaded Royal Headdress is made of a palm tree fibre structure, enfolded with burlap cloth embroided with European glass beads that cover the entire object with geometric symbolic...

19th century hammer currency, Ensuba, Bafia People, Cameroon Sometimes referred to as potato masher currency, but known to the Bafia people as ensuba, this rare intact example wei...

A set of three African currency bracelets on custom black steel stands. Bracelets alone measure 3.5"W x .5"D x 3.5"H approximately.