Lot 1659

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Forged iron currency blade, with wood shaft and wrought iron base, Kuba peoples, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa. Approximate size, 41.75" long.

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

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Kuba Currency Blade

Name: Kuba Currency Blade
SKU: 176460181
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