Banda People, Throwing Knife Currency, DRC

CONGO GABON AZANDE PEOPLE THROWING KNIFE CURRENCY, Early-to-mid 20th Century. Patinated wrought iron and copper wrapped with brass. Signs of usage and handling. - Length: 12 inches.

Kirdi Peoples, (3) throwing knives/currency, Cameroon, hand-forged iron, one with etched geometric designs on blade, one handle wrapped in fur, one in woven leather, each approx. 25"l Provenance: Esta

**Originally Listed At $650** Central Africa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Mangbetu culture, ca. mid-20th century CE. A pair of forged iron throwing knives that double as currency pieces, each with a

A graceful iron currency throwing knife from the Matakam people, Mandara Mountains, Northern Nigeria, c. Early 1900's. These are called sengese and this exceptional example is 20 1/2 in high. The blad

Beautiful throwing knife / currency from the Ngbaka people of DR CongoVery nice specimen with great patina!The Ngbaka style is clearly visible.Good condition with traces of wear and tear due to tribal

Forged iron currency blade/throwing knife, Ngombe peoples, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa. Approximate size, 17.25" x 13.75". PROVENANCE:From the estate of Professor Philip Gould, Ne

Forged iron Kul currency in throwing knife form, mounted on stand, 19th or early 20th century, Madjingaye, Ngambai, Sara, Kaba, Nar or related peoples, Chad, Central Africa. Approximate size, 17' tall

Wrought iron currency throwing knife, Sara Laka or Musseye peoples, Republic of Chad or Republic of Cameroon, Central Africa, likely 19th century or early 20th century. Approximate size, 24"H (25"H on

hand forged steel blade with well worn wooden handle and classic stylized form reportedly used as a throwing knife during initiation ceremonies. Azande peoples, DRC/ Congo, central Africa. The Sword m

A hand forged iron blade with Python skin wrapped handle and signs of age and field use. Ngombe peoples, DRC/ Congo, Africa. The Knife measures 17 x 12 inches, with a custom display stand. Provenance:

A very fine old pair of royal currency knives in the form of plants with two birds on top. The blades of wrought iron with painted white accents. Mangbetu peoples, Drc/ Congo, Africa. The Knives measu

Wurfeisen Banda, DR Kongo Ohne Sockel / without base Eisen. B 38 cm. Provenienz: Helmut und Marianne Zimmer, Zürich. Zeremonialwaffen zeichnen sich durch sorgfältige Herstellung und dekorative Gesta

Wurfmesser, "ondo" Banda, DR Kongo Ohne Sockel / without base Eisen, Pflanzenfaser. H 43 cm. Provenienz: Helmut und Marianne Zimmer, Zürich. Zeremonialwaffen zeichnen sich durch sorgfältige Herstell

Wurfmesser / Vormünzliches Zahlungsmittel Musseye, Marba, Tuburi, Tschad Ohne Sockel / without base Eisen. H 67,5 cm. Provenienz: Helmut und Marianne Zimmer, Zürich. CHF 100 / 200 EUR 86 / 172

Wurfmesser Banda, DR Kongo Ohne Sockel / without base Eisen. H 42,5 cm. Provenienz: Helmut und Marianne Zimmer, Zürich. Waffe, Prestigeobjekt und Würdezeichen. CHF 100 / 200 EUR 86 / 172

Hausa, Nigeria, forged iron throwing knife currency with metal stand, 29"h x 6.5" w PROVENANCE:From the estate of Professor Philip Gould, New York

Central African Banda Congo Throwing Knife. On stand. Size: 26'' x 15.5'' (66 x 39 cm). Height on Stand: 32" (81 cm).

Central African Banda Congo Throwing Knife. Size: 23.5'' x 15.5'' (60 x 39 cm). Note: There Are No Hidden or Confidential Reserves in this Auction; All Acceptable Bidding Commences at the Online Start

AFRICAN NIGERIAN OR CONGOLESE THROWING KNIFE (NGWOLO) CURRENCY, Early-to-mid 20th Century. Patinated metal (potentially iron) knife with a rubber and cloth handle. Signs of usage and handling. - Lengh

Sara Peoples, (2) throwing knives, exhibited, Chad region, forged iron, leather wrapped hilt, copper wire, 20"h (larger) Provenance: Estate of Distinguished Professor Philip Gould, NYC; Exhibited "Afr

Kapsiki/Fali Peoples, iron throwing knives, Cameroon, 26.5"l x 7.5"w (largest), 22.5"l x 6.5"w (smallest) Provenance: Estate of Distinguished Professor Philip Gould, NYC Notes/Literature: Professor of

Vere/Dadiya Peoples, (5) prestige knife currencies, Nigeria, forged iron, each with triangular blade ending in grip with wrought iron twisted and curved decoration, 19"h (largest), 7"h (smallest) Prov

Two African Bronze Currency Pieces, Banda People, Congo Late 19th/20th C. Sizes: 1) 24.5'' x 8.25'' x 1.5'' (62 x 21 x 4 cm); 2) 10'' x 8.75'' x 1.5'' (25 x 22 x 4 cm). Note: There Are No Hidden or Co

Kirdi People, Chad/Cameroon, zoomorphic ceremonial throwing knife, forged iron, wrought handle, with metal stand, 11.25"h x 4"w PROVENANCE:From the estate of Professor Philip Gould, New York