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Huge 19th Century Mongo Bronze Neck Torque

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Huge 19th Century Mongo Bronze Neck Torque

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A very large and heavy bronze collar or neck torque with incised linear designs and a well handled surface patina. Mongo peoples, Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Neck Torque [Bongombwa], likely dates to the 19th Century and measures 9 x 7.5 and is nearly 2 inches thick. The bronze will include a custom display stand. Provenance: The Dr Brian Healy estate, NY.

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Huge 19th Century Mongo Bronze Neck Torque

Name: Huge 19th Century Mongo Bronze Neck Torque
SKU: 123861187
Price: 240 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $1,000

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