SET OF 2 SNAKE COINS - Nigeria, Benue Valley region
SET OF 2 SNAKE COINS - Nigeria, Benue Valley region First half of the 20th century. Bronze, brass, copper; dark, matte, and rough patina. Coin bracelet Dimensions: 7 cm in diameter; Weight: 397 g. The body of the link is carved or forged to form a wavy pattern. The snake is a symbol of spiritual power, protection, and a connection to the underworld or the aquatic realm. The three flat, leaf-shaped (or fin-shaped) protrusions welded to the base are characteristic of coins from this region. Accompanied by a snake with a flat, undulating body and three fins. Dimensions: 19 cm. Expert: Coryse Mwape Internal ref.:
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SET OF 2 SNAKE COINS - Nigeria, Benue Valley region First half of the 20th century. Bronze, brass, copper; dark, matte, and rough patina. Coin bracelet Dimensions: 7 cm in diameter; Weight: 397 g. The body of the link is carved or forged to form a wavy pattern. The snake is a symbol of spiritual power, protection, and a connection to the underworld or the aquatic realm. The three flat, leaf-shaped (or fin-shaped) protrusions welded to the base are characteristic of coins from this region. Accompanied by a snake with a flat, undulating body and three fins. Dimensions: 19 cm. Expert: Coryse Mwape Internal ref.:
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