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African Topoke Sword Currency on Custom Stand
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An African iron currency blade or sword currency from the Nkutshu, Topoke & Songo Meno peoples, Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire) which is nicely presented upon a custom metal stand. Such blades were used by various tribal groups in the Democratic Republic of Congo as a form of currency. They were used to close a variety of important transactions such as land deals or the proposal of marriage. This African sword currency was forged from a single piece of iron. Metal currency pre-dated minted coinage in Africa by many centuries. These African sword currencies date range from the 1700s-1900s.
- Dimensions:Height: 63.75 in (161.93 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1700s-1900s
- Condition:Additions or alterations made to the original: mounted on new iron base. Wear consistent with age and use. Wear consistent with age and use. Please refer to various additional photos for further condition details.
- Seller Location:Atlanta, GA
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