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Copper Snake Currencies, Congo

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A set of three rare, museum quality copper "snake" currencies of spiral form from the Congo. These were associated with tribes of the Lake Leopold II Region, including the Mongo/Ngongo/and Lyembe peoples. These are thick and sturdy, hand forged, with a high concentration of native copper. They are circa 1900 or earlier, and are mounted on metal museum stands. Ex. Joel Cooner Height w/ Stand: 36in. / 91.44cm. 39in. / 99.06cm. 42in. / 106.68cm.

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Copper Snake Currencies, Congo

Name: Copper Snake Currencies, Congo
SKU: 49285107
Price: 1800 USD
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