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$16.99 Shipping Location: Scotch Plains, United States The cuff is embellished with an intricate reticulated form and was once used as a form of Manilla currency.
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$8.99 Shipping Location: Scotch Plains, United States Up for sale is a large antique 19th century Nigerian Baoule Dogon bronze cuff bracelet. the cuff is embellished with intricate applied detailing and was ... moreonce used as a form of Manilla currency.
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$9.99 Shipping Location: Scotch Plains, United States Up for sale is a wonderful antique 19th century Nigerian Baoule Dogon bronze cuff bracelet.
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$5.01 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States This is a wonderful old Cast Bronze Etched Currency Bracelet from Mali. The Bronze casting is of high quality and the design a classic example of the ... moreAfrican style. The bracelet is the most common money form in Africa.
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$40.60 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Chamba People. Forged Iron. Early 20th C. Eastern Nigeria, W. Africa. Currency, Based.
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$29.85 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands This is to show that they had, for example, a high military rank or are of nobility. Our Gallery have a collection of authentic, original and traditional ... moreart from Africa. Shown here are original, high quality, hand-crafted pieces made of wood or bronze which can be yours at a fraction of gallery prices!
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$17.45 Shipping Location: BECCLES, United Kingdom Beads are one of the earliest forms of currency and trade beads such as millefioris have been made for centuries and played a significant role in colonial ... moreactivities. Colours can be hard to judge from a computer screen.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Canada Title, Bronze Bracelet Currency Heavy Yoruba Nigeria African, Materials, Brass- Bronze, Made In, Nigeria, Traded In, Africa, Approximate Age, Unknown, ... moreDimensions, 2.75 inches interior diameter x 4 inches out Diam. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Some oxidation, Additional information: A heavy bracelet probably from the Yoruba people from Nigeria in West Africa. In the past centuries. Throughout West Africa, heavy brass or bronze bracelets were also used as currencies. To see other examples of Ethnic jewelry from around the world please see A WORLD OF NECKLACES(Leurquin) AFRICA ADORNED(Fisher) JEWELS FROM ELSEWHERE(Maggi,Melesi, Pensotti) and ETHNIC JEWELRY(van der Star Collection) and THE SPLENDOR of ETHNIC JEWELRY(Borel) 86455* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you one of them! If you have problems, please tell us. we care! Handling Time: We ship daily except Sundays and holidays. Most orders go out the same day. And all go out within 48 hours. Returns: We want you to be happy with your purchase. You're welcome to return an item within
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$10.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States This is a wonderful Old Cast Copper or Bronze Etched Currency Cuff Bracelet from West Africa. The Bronze casting is of high quality and the design a classic ... moreexample of the African style. The bracelet is the most common money form in Africa.
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$13.55 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Lobi People. Burkina Faso, West Africa. Bracelet Currency.
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$17.80 Shipping Location: Surfside, United States Kuba Artists produce many different belt types (Cornet 1982, 202-204). Belts consist of rectangles of cowrie shells that are attached at their ends to ... morethe cloth foundation: this creates a richly articulated surface.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Long Beach, United States These heavy brass collars were typically worn by the head wife of a chief. Once placed around her neck, it would remain there for the rest of her life. ... moreTo avoid chaffing, it would be wrapped with fabric.
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$17.45 Shipping Location: BECCLES, United Kingdom Beads are one of the earliest forms of currency and trade beads such as millefioris have been made for centuries and played a significant role in colonial ... moreactivities. Colours can be hard to judge from a computer screen.
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$24.92 Shipping Location: SAWBRIDGEWORTH, United Kingdom West Africn Bracelet Manilla Currency BangleWe ship worldwide
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$12.99 Shipping Location: Scotch Plains, United States Up for sale is a wonderful antique 19th century Nigerian Baoule Dogon bronze cuff bracelet. The cuff is embellished with intricate engraved detailing ... morethroughout and was once used as a form of Manilla currency.
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$3.00 Shipping Location: Zwolle - Aa-landen-Noord, Netherlands NICE MADE HEAVY 154 GR TRIBAL WEST AFRICA IVORY COAST ?. BRONZE CURRENCY ?.
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$9.99 Shipping Location: Scotch Plains, United States Up for sale is a wonderful antique 19th century Nigerian Baoule Dogon bronze cuff bracelet.
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$17.45 Shipping Location: BECCLES, United Kingdom Beads are one of the earliest forms of currency and trade beads such as millefioris have been made for centuries and played a significant role in colonial ... moreactivities. Colours can be hard to judge from a computer screen.
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$17.10 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Tuareg People. Mali, W. Africa. Bracelet Currency, Based.
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Free Shipping Location: New Rochelle, United States Akan- Asante 2 triangular gold-weights from the Gold Coast(Ghana) known as Islamic weights. The use of gold was limited in the past on the African continent. ... moreDue to the restrictions of Islam. In gold trading, Akan merchants used bronze figurines as gold weights, also known as mrammuo, these were figurative, either human figures or animal representations, or abstract designs- all were created using the lost-wax process Gold dust was used as exchange up until the time that Europeans introduced their currency; the gold trader's equipment also included scales. Tiny boxes, and brass spoons for the gold dust. Akan. Or Asante weights were calibrated and would correspond to a certain weight of the gold dust or gold metal that was being weighed. Calibration was possible in this case by the insertion of copper insets in the holes of the weight, these are not decorative but are rather intentional in order to adjust the ponderal value of the gold being weighed. Nice patina. Origin: Akan. Asante ethnic group- GHANA Materials: Bronze Dimensions: approx 1" by 1" 1/4
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$20.00 Shipping Location: Zwolle - Aa-landen-Noord, Netherlands ANTIQUE BRONZE BRACELET/CUFF TRIBAL AFRICAN DOGON?. 2 X BRONZE CURRENCY ?.
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$26.55 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Mbole People. Anklet Currency. Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa.
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$15.35 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States This form of currency known as the Katanga Cross can be traced back to the 11. They were also found in the south-east region of Zaire (now the Republic ... moreof Congo). The size varies as the value of the currency does.
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$27.60 Shipping Location: Jupiter, United States RARE. ANTIQUE, AND VERY UNIQUE MBOLE COPPER ANKLET RING FORMED CURRENCY FROM THE AFRICAN REGION OF THE CONGO FROM THE EARLY PART OF THE 20TH CENTURY Very ... moreunique and odd piece of World Currency and African history. It's amazing to think that this hand-formed copper ring was once used to trade others in the Congo for food. Land, and even a wife. This piece comes to you from a recent auction purchase of a man who owned many pieces of hand-made African regional art. This piece is in very good condition for it's age, but does have a few spots where there are small cracks. You can see a few in the photos. It has the same original patina and has NOT been cleaned at all! It measures a VERY LARGE 9" in diameter and weighs over 4 pounds, so this is a much larger piece than others that are currently out on the market. DON'T MISS OUT! This would make for a wonderful displayed piece of art work in your home or place of business. Especially if you have an interest in African art or are a coin collector looking for very odd, world-wide pieces to display. You will receive the exact pictured items being offered here in AS-IS condition. Please ask any questions before purchasing. BUYER TO RECEIVE FREE UPS GROUND SHIPPING TO THE USA! Please contact us first prior to purchasing for International World-Wide shipping. BE SURE TO CHECK OUR EBAY STORE FOR OTHER INTERESTING AND UNIQUE ITEMS. TOO! EUPHORIA RESALE. INC. is a family owned business situated in the Edgewater neighborhood of Chicago. Illinois. Our storefront offers a wide variety of art. Antiques, collectibles, vintage women's fashion, furnishings. novelty items! We offer quality items at a quality price!
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$26.55 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Mbole People. Anklet Currency. Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa.
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$40.60 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Oshele or Knife Currency. Nkutshu People. Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa. 14" W x 3.5" D x 22.5" H.
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$26.55 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Mbole People. Anklet Currency. Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa.
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$26.55 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Mbole People. Anklet Currency. Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa.
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$21.11 Shipping Location: LONDON, United Kingdom This unique manilla currency bracelet is a wonderful addition to any antique collection. Crafted from copper, this original piece hails from West Africa ... moreand carries with it a rich history and cultural significance. Its design is a testament to the skilled craftsmanship of the region and its people, making it a one-of-a-kind piece that will surely impress any collector.Perfect for those interested in ethnographic antiques or African history, this bracelet is a true treasure. Its antique status only adds to its rarity, making it an excellent investment for those looking to add to their collection. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own a piece of history with this stunning manilla currency bracelet.
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$34.00 Shipping Location: Amsterdam - Spiegelbuurt, Netherlands Origin (made in): Ivory Coast/Mali, Senufo people. Very Nice quality define sculptural bracelet with the etchings were achieved through a process know ... moreas scarification. Material: Bronse, nice quality.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Long Beach, United States These heavy brass collars were typically worn by the head wife of a chief. Once placed around her neck, it would remain there for the rest of her life. ... moreTo avoid chaffing, it would be wrapped with fabric.
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$28.74 Shipping Location: BEXLEY, United Kingdom This one is modelled as a man carving a piece of wood. Age / date of manufacture: Late 19th / early 20th Century.
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$15.35 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States This form of currency known as the Katanga Cross can be traced back to the 11. They were also found in the south-east region of Zaire (now the Republic ... moreof Congo). The size varies as the value of the currency does.
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$8.00 Shipping Location: New Rochelle, United States Akan- Asante gold-weight from the Gold Coast(Ghana) known as Islamic weights. The use of gold was limited in the past on the African continent. Due to ... morethe restrictions of Islam. In gold trading, Akan merchants used bronze figurines as gold weights, also known as mrammuo, these were figurative, either human figures or animal representations, or abstract designs- all were created using the lost-wax process Gold dust was used as exchange up until the time that Europeans introduced their currency; the gold trader's equipment also included scales. Tiny boxes, and brass spoons for the gold dust. Nice patina. Origin: Akan. Asante ethnic group- GHANA Materials: Bronze Dimensions: approx 1" 1/ 8 by 1" 3/4
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$17.45 Shipping Location: BECCLES, United Kingdom Beads are one of the earliest forms of currency and trade beads such as millefioris have been made for centuries and played a significant role in colonial ... moreactivities. Colours can be hard to judge from a computer screen.
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$12.45 Shipping Location: Sonoita, United States They are all very old and unique pieces of history.
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$26.55 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Mbole People. Anklet Currency. Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa.
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$66.90 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Kota People. Gabon, Central Africa. Torque Currency. Cast Bronze.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States This is a wonderful Old Kuba Knife from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. They were reserved for nobles and used for important ceremonial occasions. ... moreLATE 20TH CENTURY. 2"wide at top. 4 3/4" tall.
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$91.65 Shipping Location: Philadelphia, United States Antique Gabonese Iron Blade Currency on Stand. Steel stand was specially designed for the blade. Base is in good condition with wear conducive with age. ... moreIn fact, the shapes began to overlap the objects classified as knives or blades.
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$51.68 Shipping Location: United Kingdom African ethnographic antique. Ife, Benin bronze currency bracelet. Romy Rey (1938-2020) was born in Zurich, Switzerland. She shared her life with the ... moreartist, Brian Davies (1942-2014). A large (and heavy) lost-wax process cast bronze currency bracelet from Benin (Nigeria).
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$85.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Yoruba People. Nigeria, West Africa. Copper Alloy. 13" W x 3.25" D x 15" H.
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$17.45 Shipping Location: BECCLES, United Kingdom Beads are one of the earliest forms of currency and trade beads such as millefioris have been made for centuries and played a significant role in colonial ... moreactivities. Colours can be hard to judge from a computer screen.
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$40.60 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Chamba People. Forged Iron. Eastern Nigeria, W. Africa. Snake-Form Currency, Based.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Williams, United States This is a large example of a Benin tribe made and used forged iron Hoe Currency piece which was collected from Nigeria.
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$56.08 Shipping Location: NORTH WALSHAM, United Kingdom About the item: Collection of 2 large cast iron 19th century African currency pieces, c 1890. They are most probably from the Congo and are nicely cast ... moreand decorated. Size: 71 cm long x 30 cm wide; 58 cm x 12 cm.
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$10.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States This is a wonderful Old Kuba Knife from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. They were reserved for nobles and used for important ceremonial occasions. ... moreLATE 20TH CENTURY. 2 3/4" wide. 3 3/4" wide middle.
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$28.52 Shipping Location: BEXLEY, United Kingdom This one is modelled as a musician playing a drum hung around his neck. Age / date of manufacture: Late 19th / early 20th Century.
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$40.60 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Mbili or Spearhead Currency. Ngbaka People. Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa. Forged Iron.
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$37.15 Shipping Location: Göttingen, Germany From an archaeologist's collection: Manille primitive money Primitive money, slave money Before the arrival of Europeans on the African continent, primitive ... moremoney played a large role in important transactions such as: B. for the payment of bride price, for the birth of a child, for initiation rites or even for the purchase of slaves. Many of these original currencies continued to be used well into the 20th century. Used in the 19th century before they were replaced by today's common coins and banknotes. Mon, Tue, Thu, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m Fri 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m Wholesale and retail trade in coins, investment gold and silver, Medals, orders, badges, militaria, banknotes and antiques. From antiquity to the present . Purchase and sale of precious metals, jewelry,.
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$56.08 Shipping Location: NORTH WALSHAM, United Kingdom About the item: Collection of 3 large cast iron 19th century African currency pieces, c 1890. They are most probably from the Congo and are nicely cast ... moreand decorated. Size: 50 cm long x 11 cm wide; 40 cm x 30 cm; 27 cm x 22 cm.
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$6.65 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States ASHANTI STYLE GOLD WEIGHT.
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$56.08 Shipping Location: NORTH WALSHAM, United Kingdom About the item: Collection of 2 large cast iron 19th century African currency pieces, including bracelet,c 1890. They are most probably from the Congo ... moreand are nicely cast and decorated. Size: Bracelet 8 cm long x 6 cm wide; 57cm x 13 cm.
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$22.50 Shipping Location: Firenze, Italy Early to mid 20th century. 2.494,0 (87.97 oz.). For similar examples and more informations see: “The Perfect Form”, by Roberto Ballarini, page 149.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Long Beach, United States These heavy brass collars were typically worn by the head wife of a chief. Once placed around her neck, it would remain there for the rest of her life. ... moreTo avoid chaffing, it would be wrapped with fabric.
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$25.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States This form of currency known as the Katanga Cross can be traced back to the 11. They were also found in the south-east region of Zaire (now the Republic ... moreof Congo). The size varies as the value of the currency does.
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$85.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Bobangi People. Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa. Torque Currency. Copper Alloy. 14" W x 2.25" D x 17" H.
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$85.45 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Yoruba People. Torque Currency. Nigeria, West Africa. Copper Alloy. 13.25" W x 3.25" D x 15" H.
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$27.42 Shipping Location: RUTHIN, United Kingdom West African mamilla currency.
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$3.00 Shipping Location: Zwolle - Aa-landen-Noord, Netherlands NICE MADE BRACELET VERY HEAVY 850 GR TRIBAL WEST AFRICA IVORY COAST ?. BRONZE CURRENCY ?.
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