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1930.43.107

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

1930.43.107

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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 11 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1930.43.107

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

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