A beautiful old Katanga Cross which was used as a means of payment for centuries in former Belgian Congo. They were already used as currency in the 14th century. They exist in several dimensions and shapes. The smallest is a few mm in size and weighs a few grams, the largest more than 10 kg.
A Katanga cross was used as a means of payment in Congo until the sixties of the 20th century.

Provenance: former private collection from Germany.

Object

Cross Currency

Ethnic group:

Country:

DR Congo

Material:

Iron

Period:

Early 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

23x23x1 cm

Weight:

750 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $90.00

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