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Nigerian Iron Hoe Currency

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Nigerian Iron Hoe Currency

Origin
Nigeria
Period
Early 20th century
Object
Currency
Materials
Iron
Dimensions
14 in. long, 9.75 in. wide
Catalogue
TRB-265

A spade-type hoe currency forged from African iron, with a broad curved blade.

Provenance
Ex NOA collection, per the auction house.
Acquired
Agora Auctions · 2019

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