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19th Century Igbo Spiral Copper Alloy Arm Adornment/Currency, Nigeria

$1,050.32

£770

€894.38

CA$1,447.07

A$1,578.24

CHF 836.04

MX$18,920.81

NOK 10,647.47

SEK 9,736.32

DKK 6,681.90

About the Item

Cast into a beautiful coiled form, this copper alloy Igbo woman's arm adornment from Nigeria was also used as a form of currency. This 19th century piece has developed a lovely green verdigris surface patina. -Ex Private Collection, France -Length: 26cm

Dimensions:
Height: 4.14 in (10.5 cm)Diameter: 3.15 in (8 cm)
Style:
Tribal (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Copper,Cast
Place of Origin:
Nigeria
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
19th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU8736241176322

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