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A Central African Figural Spear

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A Central African Figural Spear, length: 79 1/2".
Provenance: Irv Fischer Collection, Michigan

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A Central African Figural Spear

Name: A Central African Figural Spear
SKU: 122385461
Price: 70 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $700

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Starting Price $150

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