PAIR OF HEAVY AND RARE TWISTED COPPER ADORNMENTS. SAHEL REGION

Pair of Late 19th Century Twisted Copper Adornments. Sahel Region, West Africa

Rare to find and as a pair. These early copper alloy adornments (sometimes also referred to as currencies) were traditionally kept as a important symbol of wealth and prestige.

Forged and twisted and beautifully decorated surface on each piece.

Estimated Period: Late 19th Century

Ex Private Collection, France

Diameter: 15 cm

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