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Africa, Tarumba. Huge iron spear currency
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Pre 1900 item# 1008440 (stock# A0610B324)
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Ancient Resource, LLC
818-425-9633
$450
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A large example of iron spear currency, Tarumba, D. R. Congo, 19th Century. This large example is from the Kisangani region, between Lomami and Lualaba Rivers and measures 5’ 3 1/2” and were used by the Tarumba and Likele people as bride price. Intact, one corner bent. Nicely mounted on custom base. The institution of bride wealth exists throughout Africa, having counterparts in the custom of the European dowry and, to a lesser extent, in prenuptial agreements. The institution does not refer to ...click for details
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