Iron Hoe Currency



Iron Hoe Currency
Mbili Ngbaka, Democratic Republic of Congo 19" tall x 8" wide x 5" deep
This special currency piece was used as brideswealth. The opposite of a dowry, a brideswealth is paid by the groom's family to the bride's family. This beautifully piece, forged in the shape of a spear head, was exchanged as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for the addition of a new daughter to the family.

(dimensions and price includes custom made base)

$750.00