Guindza Gbo iron primitive currency - Banda - Nigeria - SOLD

The primitive currencies in the African art premiere

The African transport system has gradually expanded to finally interfere with hidden objects, even opposed, during various socio-economic exchanges. On very varied objects under the term "primitive coins". Depending on the region, one can identify their style of form and the finely engraved patterns that adorn them. Some of these coins also served as prestige weapons.

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Data sheet

Presumed dating
Mid XXth century
Size
61 x 11 cm
Material(s)
Black iron
Country
Nigeria
Origin
Tribal art collection France

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