Lot 3105

African, Mumuye People, Eastern Nigeria, Iron Forged Wand Currency with Seven Snakes Head Spikes

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African, Mumuye People, Eastern Nigeria, Iron Forged Wand Currency with Seven Snakes Head Spikes

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Description

Mumuye People, Eastern Nigeria, iron forged wand currency with seven snake head spikes with metal stand, 13"h x 3.75"w

PROVENANCE:From the estate of Professor Philip Gould, New York

Condition

Good, rust

Dimensions

13 x 3.75 in

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African, Mumuye People, Eastern Nigeria, Iron Forged Wand Currency with Seven Snakes Head Spikes

Name: African, Mumuye People, Eastern Nigeria, Iron Forged Wand Currency with Seven Snakes Head Spikes
SKU: 152988105
Price: 70 USD
Availability: InStock

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