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African Currency, 19th Century

$3,560per set
£2,702.69per set
€3,091.30per set
CA$4,973.84per set
A$5,531.99per set
CHF 2,888.63per set
MX$67,318.45per set
NOK 36,892.27per set
SEK 34,598.44per set
DKK 23,071.57per set
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About the Item

This set of 3 pieces of African currency is very interesting. Looking like some sort of ancient maraca, these 19th century pieces jingle and noise-make with each step. The dimensions given here are the sizes of the largest one.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU851413903582

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