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Onglese Iron Currency, 20th C.

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Onglese Iron Currency, DRC, Africa, 20th C. Based. Size: 6"H x 7.25"W x 1.25"D (18.5 x 3 x 15.5 cm).

PLEASE NOTE: All auction items are located in CHICAGO for preview and pick up at 130 N. Jefferson St., Chicago, IL 60661. Chicago exhibition dates: August 5-6, 11am-5pm.

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Onglese Iron Currency, 20th C.

Name: Onglese Iron Currency, 20th C.
SKU: 46648396
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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