African Tribal Art - Katanga cross currency, Congo (Zaire)

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Katanga crosses


Cross currency
Katanga, D.R. Congo
"Puddle cast" copper alloy
Mid-20th century

These were called “handa” and were indicators of wealth, used as bride price, and traded for goods. The copper color is brighter in the photo than in person. All are unbased.

#5081      7.5" (19 cm) across    $250
#9604      8.5" (22 cm) across    $250 
#9605      8.5" (22 cm) across    SOLD

 



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