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Currency Object from Africa

$651.40
£486.54
€550
CA$893.75
A$998.62
CHF 522.39
MX$12,246.27
NOK 6,675.14
SEK 6,329.80
DKK 4,187.04
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About the Item

African Currency from Ivory Coast, Senufo Tribe, this is an Anklet or Boat Currency, used as an exchange object, made of Brass, warm and shiny patina, very decorative object, mounted on a metal base
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.3 in (16 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Patinated,Polished
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Schellebelle, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1956341976832

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