• Angas, Nigeria

• Early 20th century

• Iron

• 20.5 x 16 in. / 52 x 41 cm

• Height on custom display stand: 25 in. / 64 cm

• Weight: 7.2 pounds / 3.3 kg

• Combined weight with base: 14.3 pounds / 6.5 kg

The large currency forms are comprised of a heavy sheet of iron forged into the shape of a curved hoe. They were customary gifts for a bride’s father as well as having a function during wedding celebrations (Ballarini, The Perfect Form, 2009).

Shipping quoted separately.

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