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1940s Double Gong Iron Currency

$4,320

£3,255

€3,804.71

CA$6,117.55

A$6,230.06

CHF 3,576.32

MX$75,177

NOK 41,447.74

SEK 42,017.09

DKK 28,445.64

About the Item

1940s double gong iron African Currency.

Dimensions:
Height: 33.5 in (85.09 cm)Width: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Iron
Place of Origin:
Africa
Period:
1940-1949
Date of Manufacture:
1940s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Dallas, TX
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU851418698052

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