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Set of three Kusu (Tribal) currency from Democratic Republic of the Congo
About the Item
Three Kuso Currency pieces known as Boloko are from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. They are made from forged iron and were used as currency in commerce. Today, they are sculpturally beautiful and look interesting in tradition, transitional and contemporary settings. They have been mounted on custom iron stands.
- Dimensions:Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 3
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Early Twentieth Century
- Condition:Additions or alterations made to the original: These have been mounted on custom decorative stands. Wear consistent with age and use. These have been mounted on custom stands.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
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