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CONGO / GABON – MEDIUM OF EXCHANGE – SHACKLE ( * ) in BRONZE…
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462
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CONGO / GABON – MEDIUM OF EXCHANGE – SHACKLE ( * ) in BRONZE…
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Estimate €90
Voluntary lot
Description
CONGO / GABON – MEDIUM OF EXCHANGE – SHACKLE ( * ) in BRONZE and COPPER.
Closed circle, diameter approx. 12.5 cm – Weight 422 grams – two flat sections on either side featuring geometric designs in both intaglio and relief (see photos), joined by a double twisted cord of bronze and red copper, also decorated. An antique piece from the early 20th century of fine artistic quality – SUPERB
( * ) – Shackle: originating in West Africa, a PROTO-CURRENCY which held significant exchange value. Reserved for men of high social status (chiefs).
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About the sale
SALE OF COINS, BANKNOTES, MEDALS, CIVILIAN AND MILITARY HEADGEAR, INSIGNIA AND DECORATIONS – lots 300 to 598 Followed by OLD PAPERS, PHOTOGRAPHS, POSTCARDS, DOCUMENTS AND MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS – Lots 599 to 862
Auction location
Auction time
10/20/2026 at 2:00 PM
Pictures credits: Contact the Auction House
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