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19th Century Hammer Currency, Ensuba, Bafia People, Cameroon
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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 weighs in at 11.6 pounds (5.15 kg) and measures 16.25" (55.3 cm) high by 3.9" (40.6 cm) wide.
Ex private collection, Oregon.
- Dimensions:Height: 16.25 in (41.28 cm)Width: 3.9 in (9.91 cm)Depth: 3.9 in (9.91 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
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