AFRICAN METAL CURRENCY | MUMUYE TORQUE Cameroon/Nigeria
19th c | private American collection
forged iron
10 inches high x 11 1/2 inches wide
Inventory # AM1006 | Price upon request
The Mumuye hand forged iron torques or neck collars with snake-like ends. Torques were used as jewelry and also served as currency.
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The Mumuye hand forged iron torques or neck collars with snake-like ends. Torques were used as jewelry and also served as currency.
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