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This superb Old Mbole Anklet Bracelet Trade Currency measures 8" W by 8" d by 4".75 H . It originates … Read more This superb Old Mbole Anklet Bracelet Trade Currency measures 8" W by 8" d by 4".75 H . It originates from the Southeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, where the Mbole people use it to facilitate major trade transactions. The Mbole people have some of the largest jewelry forms in sub-Saharan Africa, traditionally worn by both men and women. The anklets come in two sizes, the larger called "Ehuke" and the smaller called "Diako," forged and hammered from a single ingot with one side featuring a cast opening. See less
- Dimensions
- 8ʺW × 8ʺD × 4.75ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Art Subjects
- Abstract
- Period
- 1940s
- Country of Origin
- Congo
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- minor distortion in the bronze /good minor distortion in the bronze /good less
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