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Iron Spear Currency, Topoke, DR Congo
About the Item
Topoke, DR Congo, Africa
Iron
Early 20th century
36 x 6 in. / 91 x 15 cm.
Height on custom display stand: 38.25 in. / 97 cm.
These big iron spear points were made by groups living in the region surrounded by the Congo, Lomami, and Aruwimi Rivers (Ballarini, The Perfect Form, 2009).
- Dimensions:Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
- Style:Other (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Iron,Forged
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
- Reference Number:
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