Yoruba Iron Bell Antique African Gong Currency

A Fine Old Yoruba Diviner's Iron Bell with Original Clapper
Antique Musical Instrument - Old African Currency, Ritual Divination Object - Nigeria

Collected from the: Yoruba peoples of Nigeria, West Africa
Material: Iron, hand forged
Period: 19th century, conservatively
Dimensions: 10.5" height, 4.5" width, 2.25" base depth; weight is 1.00 pound
Condition: Exceptional - NO damage, strong signs of age and wear from extensive tribal use. Held in private collection, the condition of this piece remains unchanged from the time of its original 1940's field acquisition. Original clapper remains securely anchored and continues to produce sound with good tonal quality - gorgeous heavy patination throughout.

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