Clearance - Ancient, Ethnographic & Asian

Afo or Angas Iron Hoe Currency, Nigeria

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Start price: $350

Estimated price: $800 - $1,200

Buyer's premium: 25%

Sales Tax: On the lot's price and buyer's premium

Used in large transactions and known as the heaviest form of currency, this massive piece of iron is loosely shaped liked a shovel and often-times after the wedding would be forged into other functional object such as hoes. Commonly given to the father of the bride as wedding dowries, also used in large ceremonies. Size 29" L

Condition: As-is condition with inimitable patina throughout.