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Wrought Iron Currency, Kirdi peoples, Cameroon, West Africa,

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Wrought Iron Currency, Kirdi peoples, Cameroon, West Africa,

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Wrought iron currency, Kirdi peoples, Cameroon, West Africa, likely 19th century or early 20th century. Approximate size, 4" Diameter, Exhibited, "Iron Clad, Fancy Free: Exhibited, "Iron Clad, Fancy Free: Exhibition of African Iron from the Philip Gould Collection", Interchurch Center

Condition

Fair condition, good patina consistent with age.

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Wrought Iron Currency, Kirdi peoples, Cameroon, West Africa,

Name: Wrought Iron Currency, Kirdi peoples, Cameroon, West Africa,
SKU: 161675567
Price: 55 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $175 - $225

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