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19th Century Igbo Spiral Copper Alloy Arm Adornment/Currency, Nigeria

$1,059.84
£770
€902.56
CA$1,446.88
A$1,609.60
CHF 843.77
MX$19,668.90
NOK 10,744.38
SEK 10,114.35
DKK 6,737.30
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About the Item

Cast into a beautiful coiled form, this copper alloy Igbo woman's arm adornment from Nigeria was also used as a form of currency. This 19th century piece has developed a lovely green verdigris surface patina. -Ex Private Collection, France -Length: 26cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.14 in (10.5 cm)Diameter: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Copper,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8736241176322

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