Ethnographic Art & Artifacts

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LOT 102

Lot 102

West African Bronze Manila (currency) Anklet, possibly Kasena, Ghana/Burkina Faso, 19th to early 20th century

West African Bronze Manila (currency) Anklet, possibly Kasena, Ghana/Burkina Faso, 19th to early 20th century
Lot 102 Details
West African Bronze Manila (currency) Anklet, possibly Kasena, Ghana/Burkina Faso, 19th to early 20th century

stand attached
outside diameter 4.75 in — 12.1 cm

Estimate $100-$120

Realised: $61.50
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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West African Bronze Manila (currency) Anklet, possibly Kasena, Ghana/Burkina Faso, 19th to early 20th century
  • West African Bronze Manila (currency) Anklet, possibly Kasena, Ghana/Burkina Faso, 19th to early 20th century
  • West African Bronze Manila (currency) Anklet, possibly Kasena, Ghana/Burkina Faso, 19th to early 20th century
Provenance:

Possibly from Albert White Gallery, 1980s

CONDITION DETAILS

Stand has been soldered to anklet.

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  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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