Primitive snake currency Mumuye - SOLD OUT
Primitive currencies in African art
The coin-knives were used in transactions between individuals or tribes. They could also be used for individual purposes, to buy livestock, consumer goods or to serve as a dowry for a wedding.
These coins were sometimes ornamented and passed on in the lineage.
The bouquet of metal rods here illustrates the snake.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Mid XXth century
- Size
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Black iron
- Country
- Origin
- Tribal art collection France
Primitive currencies in African art
The coin-knives were used in transactions between individuals or tribes. They could also be used for individual purposes, to buy livestock, consumer goods or to serve as a dowry for a wedding.
These coins were sometimes ornamented and passed on in the lineage.
The bouquet of metal rods here illustrates the snake.