{"product_id":"antique-african-tribal-iron-hoe-currency-chamba-nigeria-artifact-sculptures-set","title":"Antique African Tribal Iron Hoe Currency Chamba Nigeria Artifact Sculptures Set","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003eItem Description\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eThis is a rare, authentic set of three\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eAntique African Tribal Iron Hoe Currencies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoriginating from tribes in Nigeria (such as the Chamba, Mambila, or Ngas people). Historically used as form of primitive money for significant transactions, land purchases, and bride prices (dowries), these pieces are highly sought after by collectors of tribal art and antiquities.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eEach piece is individually hand-forged from wrought iron, showcasing a stunning, rustic silhouette that acts as a striking abstract minimalist sculpture. The textured surfaces boast a beautiful natural aged rust patina achieved over decades.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eThe set comes complete with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ethree custom-made black metal display stands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edesigned specifically to cradle the unique bottom tang of each iron piece, transforming these historical artifacts into sophisticated, gallery-ready decor accents perfect for modern homes, offices, or shelving displays.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhAwj\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003eSize \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eDimensions (Each Currency Body):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eApprox. 10\" H x 5.7\" W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eApprox. 10.25\" H x 6.5\" W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eApprox. 10\" H x 6.5\" W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eTotal Height on Custom Stand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eApprox. 11.25\" H ~ 11.75\" H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eApprox. 6.5 to 8.5 oz. each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eArtifact Body:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHand-forged wrought iron \/ authentic tribal antique iron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eDisplay Stand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCoated steel\/iron in matte black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ePre-owned \/ Antique Vintage Condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eFeatures authentic heavy surface rust, oxidation, discoloration, and forge marks inherent to genuine age and use in the field. These characteristics form a beautiful historic patina and are not considered defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eThe structural integrity of all three pieces is excellent with no modern repairs or major damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eThe modern custom metal stands are in excellent, clean condition and provide stable support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003ePlease review all high-resolution photos carefully to inspect the unique textures of each piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ANTIQHOUSE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48747100471490,"sku":null,"price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0721\/1142\/3682\/files\/20260902_162349.jpg?v=1788723225","url":"https:\/\/antiqhouse.com\/products\/antique-african-tribal-iron-hoe-currency-chamba-nigeria-artifact-sculptures-set","provider":"ANTIQHOUSE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}