Anklet / Currency - Bronze - Mongo - Ekonda - Congo DRC
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These anklets were worn by women of the Mongo tribe of northwest Congo. They were status symbols and were also used as currency. They were made by pouring hot copper and tin into molds set in the ground. Once formed they were removed and bent around trees until they had the appropriate size. Because they were heavy, women would wrap fabric and leaves - called Litelele - around their feet to keep from harming them. Typically they were worn for celebrations and relatively short periods, but on occasion brides might actually wear them for months at a time!
Object
Anklet / Currency
Ethnic group:
Mongo, Ekonda
Country:
DR Congo
Material:
Bronze
Period:
First half 20th century
Sold with stand:
No
Dimensions:
13x13x8 cm
Weight:
700 gram
Condition:
Good condition, used with some signs of wear
Reserve: $70.00
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Object
Anklet / Currency
Ethnic group:
Mongo, Ekonda
Country:
DR Congo
Material:
Bronze
Period:
First half 20th century
Sold with stand:
No
Dimensions:
13x13x8 cm
Weight:
700 gram
Condition:
Good condition, used with some signs of wear
Reserve: $70.00
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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Anklet / Currency - Bronze - Mongo - Ekonda - Congo DRC
Estimate $80 - $100
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