Two Large African Currency Hoes, Nigeria

Two African Idoma Metal Hoe Currency, Akika, Nigeria. On stands. Sizes: 1) 30'' x 9.5'' (76 x 24 cm); Height on Stand: 30.75" (78 cm); 2) 29'' x 8'' (74 x 20 cm); Height on Stand: 30" (76 cm). Ex. Cat

Customarily given to the father of the bride-to-be as wedding dowries (including two goats) these large iron hoe shaped pieces were a sign of wealth, and known as the heaviest means of exchange by an

Very large hoe currency, forged iron, Angas peoples, Central Nigeria, West Africa, likely 19th century or early 20th century. Approximate size, 27.5"H x 18"W. PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Philip

This lot contains Two (2) hand forged iron hoe like forms that used to represent currency units , Nigeria, Africa. The currency measures 19 x 4 inches (tallest) and will also include custom metal disp

Large forged iron hoe currency form, exhibited at "Africa's Iron and Copper Currencies", Institute of African Studies, Columbia University, New York, New York, March 2000, Mambila peoples, Nigeria, We

Two Antique Metal African Currency Axes, Nigeria. On stands. Sizes: 1) 15'' x 7.25'' x 1'' (38 x 18 x 3 cm); Height on Stand: 15.25" (39 cm); 2) 15'' x 14'' x .5'' (38 x 36 x 1 cm); Height on Stand: 1

Ca. first half 20thC. Two Tajere currency forms, iron; Mumuye, Nigeria. Included measurements for larger piece. Ex-Nooter coll.

Afo Peoples, (2) large iron hoe currencies, Northern Nigeria, forged iron, each shield-form flat body with slender tang grip, 29"h x 19"w (larger) Provenance: Estate of Distinguished Professor Philip

Antique African Currency Hoes. Traditional Tribal Currency/ Bride Price of Nigeria. Of wrought iron, these are not used for agriculture, but rather to show wealth and position in community. Largest Si

Measurements (inches) & Weight (pounds) Height: 9" Width: 6.5" Depth: 12.75" Weight: 1.5 lbs An attractive Yoruba headcrest mask with white, brown and blue pigmentation and two large ears protrudi

YORUBA, NIGERIA AFRICAN WOOD AND PIGMENT MASK EPA SCULPTURE H 45.5" DIA 15" Several diminutive figures working in the round, circular platform is atop a large head (two directional mask). Standing Mal

Elaborate African Yoruba, Benin/Nigeria beaded crown; showing large central figure flanked by two smaller, gathered around a tall staff; with cowrie shell embellishments throughout; H: 35 1/2" &#4

Elaborate African Yoruba, Benin/Nigeria beaded crown; showing large central figure flanked by two smaller, gathered around a tall staff; with cowrie shell embellishments throughout; H: 35 1/2" &#4

**Originally Listed At $300** West Africa, Nigeria, ca. 1940s to 1950s CE. A massive iron weapon of a symmetrical serrated leaf shape. Iron weapons like this piece were recognized and used as currency

Monumental Angas Ceremonial Hoe Currency, Angas People, Northern Nigeria, West Africa, 19th C. Forged Iron. Based. Size: 35"H x 26"W x 12"D (89 x 66 x 30 cm).PLEASE NOTE: All auction items are located

19th Century or early 20th century iron hoe currency, Mfumte peoples, Cameroon or Nigeria, West Africa, good aged patina, with custom stand. Approximate size, 26” (29” on custom stand) PROVENANCE:

Afo People, Nigeria, heavy forged iron hoe tool currency, 26"h x 15"w PROVENANCE:From the estate of Professor Philip Gould, New York

20th century, mixed group includes two hoes, two spear points, five aluminum cuffs, three brass cuffs, and one ring. This lot to be sold on day 1, Wednesday, October 3 (Lots 1-948) 13 in. (blades) Fr

The very large primitive shrine idols from Nigeria, West Africa. The two statues are from different tribes in that region, the large black one is likely Chamba peoples, and the weathered smaller examp

Antique and finely detailed, African Benin (Nigeria) cast brass ikegobo ("Altar of the Hand); the large and heavy cylindrical sculpture surmounted with three figures and two animal

Height: 22" Width: 11" Depth: 5" Weight: 3.5 lbs This beautifully sculpted statue features one large female figure in the middle with two smaller figures on either side.

Two African Benin-style, Nigeria bronzes, including: head of an oba (king); together with large vessel, of ovoid form; exhibiting figures of warriors and oba's in high relief; H: 13" &

Two African Benin-style, Nigeria bronzes, including: head of an oba (king); together with large vessel, of ovoid form; exhibiting figures of warriors and oba's in high relief; H: 13" &

A massive Afo currency unit of cast iron from Northern Nigeria, West Africa. Though these objects were created in the shape of a hoe these were not used as agricultural tools, they were considered lar