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Item Details

Description

Title: Two objects of Iron currency

Origin: Nigeria

Materials: Black Iron

Size: 56 cm / 48 cm

Description: Two objects of Iron currency from the Matakam people, Northern Nigeria, called "primitive money", in high abstract shape; oxidised patina.

Reserve: $190.00

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