Konga coin, Nkutshu, Democratic Republic of Congo - Lot 186

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250 - 300 EUR
Konga coin, Nkutshu, Democratic Republic of Congo - Lot 186
Konga coin, Nkutshu, Democratic Republic of Congo 19th - early 20th century Copper H. 40 cm This beautiful hoop-shaped coin, which condenses purity and minimalism in its features, consists of a filiform copper rod whose characteristic curvature evokes the letter U, each end terminating in a horizontal serif. Konga coins were traditionally used to pay wedding dowries and to finance the purchase of slaves and animals. For stylistically comparable coins: Ballarini Roberto, The Perfect Form: On the Track of African Tribal Currency, 2009, page 295. Bartolomucci Adolfo, African Currency, 2012, page 90.
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