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Authentic large iron hoe currency from Afo people of northern Nigeria. These are the largest of the hoe shaped currencies …
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Authentic large iron hoe currency from Afo people of northern Nigeria. These are the largest of the hoe shaped currencies and not used as tools. Instead used for major purchases of land or animals. Also used as dowry to compensate a family for the loss of a daughter. Mounted on a black iron display stand.
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- Dimensions
- 21ʺW × 8ʺD × 32ʺH
- Styles
- Rustic
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Nigeria
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Iron
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Great condition with signs of age. Great condition with signs of age. less
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