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18th Century Ngelima Bronze Currency Piece on Custom Steel Mount
$2,625
$3,50025% Off
£1,979.26
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€2,280.82
€3,041.1025% Off
CA$3,641.58
CA$4,855.4525% Off
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CHF 2,123.99
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NOK 26,960.14
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This rare 18th-century Ngelima bronze currency manilla is a stunning artifact, weighing an impressive 20 pounds of solid bronze. Adorned with intricate incised line drawings at its ends, this piece is both a functional item and a work of art. The Ngelima people, indigenous to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, valued such currency pieces not only for trade but also as symbols of wealth and status within their community. The craftsmanship reflects the Ngelima's metallurgical skills and their rich cultural heritage. Mounted on a custom steel stand, this piece is elegantly displayed, allowing for an appreciation of its historical significance and artistic beauty. Acquired from a leading dealer of tribal arts in the US, this extraordinary artifact offers a rare glimpse into the economic and social fabric of the 18th-century Ngelima society, making it a prized addition to any collection of tribal art or historical artifacts.
- Dimensions:Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:18th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: RIGHTPROPER31971stDibs: LU3738340634312
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