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Cameroon/Nigeria Region, (4) iron currencies

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Iron Currency, Sara, Matakam peoples, Cameroon, West Africa: 19th Century or early 20th century iron currency, Sara, Matakam peoples, Cameroon, West Africa.Approximate size, 18.25"H (20" on cust), Exhibited, "Africa's Iron & Copper Currencies", Institute of Afr

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Cameroon/Nigeria Region, (4) iron currencies

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Description

Cameroon/Nigeria Region, (4) iron currencies, Forged iron open rings with horn-form terminals, two braided rings, one on custom stand, 7"w to 9"w

Provenance: Estate of Distinguished Professor Philip Gould, NYC

Notes/Literature: Professor of Chinese Art History at Columbia University and Sarah Lawrence College, Professor Philip Gould was a passionate collector of African Art, and curated numerous museum and gallery exhibitions from his personal collection.

Condition

Good, aged patina, surface wear including dings, small edge losses **Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.

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Cameroon/Nigeria Region, (4) iron currencies

Name: Cameroon/Nigeria Region, (4) iron currencies
SKU: 112683452
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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Starting Price $200

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