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Masks & Symbols from Southern & Central Africa

In addition to being used as jewelry (bracelets or anklets), they were used for trade, for paying dowries, or even in the historical context of the slave trade (sometimes known as 'slave money').

Además de usarse como joyería (pulseras o tobilleras), servían para el comercio, el pago de dotes matrimoniales o incluso en el contexto histórico del tráfico de esclavos (conocidas a veces como "dinero de esclavos").

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Nigeria  (No reserve price)

Late 20th century - Patinated bronze - Good condition

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Bronze patinated object from Nigeria, dating to the late 20th century, one piece from a private collection, in good condition and not sold with a stand; traditionally worn as jewelry but historically also used in trade, dowries, and in the context of slave trade.

Nigeria (No reserve price)

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Bronze patinated object from Nigeria, dating to the late 20th century, one piece from a private collection, in good condition and not sold with a stand; traditionally worn as jewelry but historically also used in trade, dowries, and in the context of slave trade.

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