Congo Sword

African currency Sword used in the Congo for important transactions such as dowry or land purchases.

African Currency Sword mounted on a contemporary iron Stand. These were used in the Congo for important transactions such as dowry or land purchases.

African currency sword that was used in the Congo for important transactions such as dowry or land purchases.

African currency Sword used in the Congo for important transactions such as dowry or land purchases.

This is a pair of African iron currency blade or sword currency from the Nkutshu, Topoke & Songo Meno peoples, Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire) on custom metal stands.

Poto African sword, Congo Africa on stand. A forged iron sword with fine incised design, inlaid brass dots, overlaid brass strips, finely carved wood handle with deep patina.

Early 20th century African Ngulu Ceremonial status sword, D.R. Congo Ngombe Culture, D.R. Congo Iron, Wood, Leather This status symbol is carried by a man as an emblem of rank.

1920s African Congolese sword sculpture. Wooden handle. Base measures 12" x 2".  

1920s African Congolese sword sculpture on metal stand. Base measures 10" x 2".  

1920s African Congolese sword sculpture on metal stand. Wooden handle. Base measures 8" x 2".  

An iron Topoke sword currency, mounted on a solid oak base. Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire), early 20th century.

Antique wrought iron Ngombe execution or sacrifice sword from Congo with wooden handle (handle is probably replaced sometime) comes from the late 19th century, including standard.

Upper Cretaceous, about 70-65 million years ago (Maastrichtian) Morocco The skull is reconstructed in good proportions with fossil pieces found in a phosphate mine in Morocco. I att...

A pair of Papua New Guinea Mendi wooden war shields on custom stands from the mid-20th century. This pair of war shields originate from the Mendi region, within the Southern Highland...

The price is for an individual currency and includes the custom made stand. The shape of a Mfunte currency has a seemingly simple yet complex design. The forged iron surface was scr...

While shield and spear were central to African combat, this iron sword blade was most likely made to serve as a piece of trade currency. Many pre-colonization African currencies were...

Three different color bell jar lanterns with brass details. Stunning pigment like cobalt can be dated back as far as 1802, making these ceiling fixtures even more extrordinary. Me...

John Dickinson Queen-size four poster bed from the firehouse Hand carved and stained mahogany. Accommodates Mattress size is 80 x 60 Shown in The New York Times Book of Interior Desi...

This is a pair of vintage African spear currencies from the Mbole peoples, Democratic Republic of Congo which are nicely presented upon custom metal stands. These African currencies ...

Topoke, DR Congo, Africa Iron Early 20th century 36 x 6 in. / 91 x 15 cm. Height on custom display stand: 38.25 in. / 97 cm. These big iron spear points were made by groups livi...

Wonderful spear form currency with spiral loops below the spear head festooned with three 'bells' on each side. An appealing design executed by a master craftsman. Beautifully mounte...

A set of three African currency bracelets on custom black steel stands. Bracelets alone measure 3.5"W x .5"D x 3.5"H approximately.

This is a pair of vintage African spear currencies from the Mbole peoples, Democratic Republic of Congo which are nicely presented upon custom metal stands. These African currencies ...

This exceptional Kota reliquary comes from the Mahogwe tribe, which lives along the Ogooué River in Gabon. The Mahogwe are part of the Kota ethnic group located in the northeastern r...