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Throwing knife-coin. Matakan village, Nigeria. 19th–20th cen…
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Throwing knife-coin. Matakan village, Nigeria. 19th–20th cen…
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Estimate €500 - €2,000
Voluntary lot
Description
Throwing knife-coin. Matakan village, Nigeria. 19th–20th century
Iron. Dimensions: 81 × 26 cm. A wrought-iron object combining the form of a throwing knife with the function of traditional currency, used within the economic and ritual systems of the Matakan people. These pieces served as a medium of exchange, a symbol of value and status, and also held ceremonial significance. The complexity of the silhouette and the solidity of the forging reflect both its social importance and the high level of technical skill in traditional West African metallurgy. Lot held in an international warehouse (within the EU). Intra-EU shipping: no import duties apply within the EU. An export permit from the country of origin may be required.
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About the sale
GRAND JULY AUCTION | OLD MASTERS, HAUTE ÉPOQUE & FINE JEWELLERY
Auction location
Auction time
07/28/2026 at 4:00 PM
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