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Two keys to a Tuareg tribe's strongbox
From the northern region of Niger
Both pieces are made of brass
Each weighs about 300 grams
Bought during a trip to North Africa

2 Clés de coffres fort d'une tribu Touareg
De la région nord du Niger
Les deux pièces sont en laiton
Chacune pèse environ 300 grammes
Acheté lors d'un voyage en Afrique du Nord

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Touareg trunk keys - Niger

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Two original Touareg treasure keys, brass, from the northern Niger region, each weighing about 300 g, with overall dimensions 235 mm long by 35 mm wide by 20 mm high, provenance Collection privée and not sold with a stand.

Touareg trunk keys - Niger

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Two original Touareg treasure keys, brass, from the northern Niger region, each weighing about 300 g, with overall dimensions 235 mm long by 35 mm wide by 20 mm high, provenance Collection privée and not sold with a stand.

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