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Lot 246
Five ceremonial iron weapons
Estimated Value:
600 € - 1.000 €
Result:
incl. Premium and VAT
Description:
North-eastern Nigeria, including Vere and DadiyaL. 24-49,5 cm
These included three prestige weapons, which also served as a form of currency, forged from iron: an axe and a ceremonial object. These are formally very attractive examples of blacksmithing.
From an old Austrian private collection - Signs of wear, rust
