Three African Topoke Sword Currency On Custom Stands

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Three African Topoke Sword Currency On Custom Stands

Name: Three African Topoke Sword Currency On Custom Stands
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: CSLBCFHU77
Price: 1700 EUR
Availability: InStock

By Gallery Alain Michel Antiquité

1.700 €

Period 19th century

Style English style

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From: 1060, Bruxelles , Belgium

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Alain Michel Antiquité

1060 Bruxelles

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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

Ref: CSLBCFHU77

Additional Information

Condition	Very good
Style	English style (African Statues, Puppets, Dolls, Maternity of English style Style)
Period	19th century (African Statues, Puppets, Dolls, Maternity 19th century)
Country of origin	Congo
Width (cm)	39
Height (cm)	176
Depth (cm)	15