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Three African Topoke Sword Currency On Custom Stands
$2,738.11per set
£2,035.16per set
€2,300per set
CA$3,780.57per set
A$4,192.38per set
CHF 2,202.78per set
MX$51,223.73per set
NOK 27,559.82per set
SEK 25,869.60per set
DKK 17,513.35per set
About the Item
Three African iron currency blades or swords currency from the Topoke peoples from the Democratic Republic of Congo which are 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
The swords are decorated with a central edge and incised grooves around the edge.
very decorative set which match perfectly into a modern or old decoration
Beautiful patina and in very good condition
The dimensions correspond to the size of the largest sword with its base
As the swords don't take a lot of space without the base, we can organize worldwide shipping at a reasonable price;
- Dimensions:Height: 69.3 in (176 cm)Width: 15.36 in (39 cm)Depth: 5.91 in (15 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 3
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:19 century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages.
- Seller Location:Brussels, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4729237995622
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