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African Currency, Sword
About the Item
Tarumba currency on stand sword-shaped object used as money by the Tarumba tribe.
- Dimensions:Height: 58 in (147.32 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Unknown
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- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU85146217663
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