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Group of African Iron and Copper Currency Pieces

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Group of African Iron and Copper Currency Pieces

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Group of African Iron and Copper Currency Pieces. Including: a copper spiraling snake Ngelima on stand, Zaire; three Ngbaka currency pieces on stands, a Kuba cermonial knife on stand, and an Mfunte iron currency shield on stand. Sizes ranging from: 14'' x 7.5'' x .5'' (36 x 19 x 1 cm) to 32'' x 5'' x 5'' (81 x 13 x 13 cm). Note: There Are No Hidden or Confidential Reserves in this Auction; All Acceptable Bidding Commences at the Online Start Price.

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Group of African Iron and Copper Currency Pieces

Name: Group of African Iron and Copper Currency Pieces
SKU: 93899430
Price: 175 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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