African Slave Trade 'Copper Currency' Manilla Bracelet

17th-18th century AD. A pair of large copper-alloy bracelets with raised median band and openwork ropework decoration to the outer face, the outer rim with band of raised bosses within wavy border; one penannular with raised egg-shaped finials. 1.7 kg total, 12.-12.6cm (5''"). Property of a European collector; formerly in an old European collection formed mainly in the 1980s. [2, No Reserve]
Condition Report: Fine condition.