Old Large African Currency – MAMBILA / CHAMBA – Nigeria / Cameroon

Iron. Cm. 87,0 high x 31,5 width (34.25 x 12.40 Inches); gr. 1998,0 (4.4 lb.).

These currencies, made in wrought iron with a semi-circular flattened plate, were often used in matrimonial transactions.

For similar examples and more informations see pag 174-175 of “The Perfect Form”, by Roberto Ballarini.

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