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1930.43.105

Miniature iron arrow-head, used as currency. [El.B 18/04/2011]

1930.43.105

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Collection type: Object
Description: Miniature iron arrow-head, used as currency. [El.B 18/04/2011]
Geographical reference: Nigeria
Africa > Western Africa > Nigeria; Anambra State Onitsha
Cultural groups: Igbo
Person: Field collector Henry Balfour; PRM source Henry Balfour
Date / Period: Date made: Before 1930
Date collected: July - September 1930
Acquisition information: Donated: 1930
Materials and processes: Material Iron Metal, Process Wrought
Dimensions: Length: max 14 mm
Object numbers: Accession number: 1930.43.105

Search terms: Currency, Marriage, Archery Weapon, Token, Arrow-head