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Bukuso Iron Currency Hoe
Item Details
A Bukuso iron currency hoe from the Democratic Republic of the Congo near Mt. Elgon, collected circa 1987. This hoe features a spade face and long tapered handle. Iron hoes and other metal items were used as a one of the first forms of trade currency.
Condition
- rusting to metal; iron is becoming brittle; dust and accretions.
Dimensions
7.0" W x 16.0" H x 0.25" D
Item #
17NYC178-309
