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Nigerian Afo Hoe Currency, c. 1900
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In many pre-colonial regions of Africa, iron was so valuable that tools often doubled as currencies for rare but significant transactions. This large iron form is a currency piece from the Afo peoples of northern Nigeria, and is modeled after the blade of a hoe. Used to till the hard soil and harvest crops, the hoe was highly valued as a symbol of the community's reliance on the earth and traditional agriculture. With its clean lines and irregular surface texture, the currency blade resembles a minimalist metalwork sculpture, commanding the space with its simplicity.
- Dimensions:Height: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Width: 17.75 in (45.09 cm)Depth: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
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