Lot 0372

Two Antique African Metal Currency Axes, Nigeria

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Two Antique African Metal Currency Axes, Nigeria

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Description

Two Antique Metal African Currency Axes, Nigeria. On stands. Sizes: 1) 15'' x 7.25'' x 1'' (38 x 18 x 3 cm); Height on Stand: 15.25" (39 cm); 2) 15'' x 14'' x .5'' (38 x 36 x 1 cm); Height on Stand: 16" (41 cm). Ex. Cathryn Cootner Estate Collection, Sonoma, CA.

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Two Antique African Metal Currency Axes, Nigeria

Name: Two Antique African Metal Currency Axes, Nigeria
SKU: 121909586
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $200

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