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Striking pair of copper currency pieces used by the Mongo and Ngandu people of central Africa. Pure and simplistic form, …
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Striking pair of copper currency pieces used by the Mongo and Ngandu people of central Africa. Pure and simplistic form, these were valuable items used for important transactions and as dowery. Cast and hand-worked, they exhibit a gorgeous patina from decades of use and handling. Antique African currency has long been revered for it's simplistic and modern form, and has been documented in the collections of prominent modern artists and major institutions.
Displayed together on a custom stand.
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- Dimensions
- 5.5ʺW × 4ʺD × 6ʺH
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Congo
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Copper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Copper
- Condition Notes
- Patina commensurate with age and use. Patina commensurate with age and use. less
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