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Three African Topoke Sword Currency On Custom Stands
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Description
Three African iron currency blades or swords currency from the Topoke peoples from the Democratic Republic of Congo which are nicely presented upon a custom metal stand. Such blades were used by various tribal groups in the Democratic Republic of Congo as a form of currency. They were used to close a variety of important transactions
The swords are decorated with a central edge and incised grooves around the edge.
very decorative set which match perfectly into a modern or old decoration
Beautiful patina and in very good condition
The dimensions correspond to the size of the largest sword with its base -
More Information
Origin: Congo-Kinshasa Period: 19th Century Materials: iron Styles / Movements: African, Traditional Incollect Reference #: 696007 -
Dimensions
W. 15.35 in; H. 69.29 in; D. 5.91 in; W. 39 cm; H. 176 cm; D. 15 cm;
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