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Three African Topoke Sword Currency On Custom Stands
$2,724.06per set
£2,034.62per set
€2,300per set
CA$3,737.51per set
A$4,176.04per set
CHF 2,184.53per set
MX$51,211.69per set
NOK 27,914.20per set
SEK 26,470.06per set
DKK 17,509.46per set
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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:
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- 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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