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2 Antique African Throwing Blade & Currency Form,

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2 Antique African Throwing Blade & Currency Form,

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Description

2 Antique African Throwing Blade & Currency Forms, Cameroon. On stands. Sizes: 1) 9.25'' x 10'' (23 x 25 cm); Height on Stand: 10.5" (27 cm); 2) 15'' x 9'' (38 x 23 cm); Height on Stand: 17.5" (44 cm). Ex. Cathryn Cootner Estate Collection, Sonoma, CA.

Condition

This is a NO RESERVE AUCTION: there are no hidden or confidential reserves, all acceptable bidding commences at the online START PRICE. Please let us know if you would like to receive a condition report or have any specific questions regarding the condition of a lot. Condition reports will be sent during the week prior to the auction, and can be requested via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone: 215-438-4700. Absence of a statement to condition in the description does not construe a statement of any kind. Please refer to Terms and Conditions of the sale.

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2 Antique African Throwing Blade & Currency Form,

Name: 2 Antique African Throwing Blade & Currency Form,
SKU: 114610169
Price: 375 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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Starting Price $100

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