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African Igbo Armlet Currency, Cross River Region,

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African Igbo Armlet Currency, Cross River Region,

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Antique Igbo Armlet Currency, Cross River Region, Nigeria/Cameroon. Forged copper. Size: 11'' x 5.5'' x 4.5'' (28 x 14 x 11 cm). Ex. Cathryn Cootner Estate Collection, Sonoma, CA.

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African Igbo Armlet Currency, Cross River Region,

Name: African Igbo Armlet Currency, Cross River Region,
SKU: 114610166
Price: 350 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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Starting Price $100

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