THREE BENIN NIGERIA BRONZE CURRENCY BRACELETS,20th century. Set of three heavy and patinated bracelets made and used in the West African nation of Benin. In addition to currency, they were used symbol of status, power, and authority. Each one has tribal sculpted details and have a deep green, brownish patina. These bracelets are made in the lost wax process, where a mold is put over a wax original, the wax burned out, and the void replaced with molten metal. Each bracelet is unique. - variable diameter; 5.5 inches. Estimate $180-240
