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19th C. Yoruba Iron Afo Currency - Shovel Head

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19th C. Yoruba Iron Afo Currency - Shovel Head

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**Originally Listed At $200**

West Africa, Yoruba peoples, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A fascinating piece of Afo currency in the form of an iron shovel blade with a broad cutting edge, a low edge, and a shallow flanged end. Many groups in the northeastern region of Nigeria and elsewhere in sub-Saharan Africa use smithed iron based on actual shovel types as currency; these could also be repurposed into functional items in a pinch! Size: 10.85" W x 15.45" H (27.6 cm x 39.2 cm)

Provenance: private J.H. collection, Beaverton, Oregon, USA, collected in 2015; ex-Denver, Colorado, USA collection

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Condition

Blade edge is partially lost as shown, and shows evidence of use. Rich patina and deposits on all surfaces.

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19th C. Yoruba Iron Afo Currency - Shovel Head

Name: 19th C. Yoruba Iron Afo Currency - Shovel Head
SKU: 96775172
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $350 - $525

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