AFRICAN METAL CURRENCY | MBOLE ANKLET CURRENCY Democratic Republic Congo
19th c | private American collection
forged copper alloy, does not include stand
9 1/2 inches high x 10 inches wide
Inventory # A1019 | Price upon request
Mbole anklets were forged from a copper ingot and were worn by women as adornment. Anklets were used in matrimonial transactions after the ceremonial event.
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