Sale 194 Lot 474  

CONGOLESE TURUMBU PEOPLE TALL BLADE CURRENCY, Mid-to-late 20th century. Patinated and repaired metal (possibly iron) currency blade or sword currency from the Turumbu people, Democratic Republic of the Congo. In addition to use the blade as currency, they were also given as wedding gifts. - Length: 56 inches.
Estimate $120-150

Sold for $60

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