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"Porte monnaie", 8 in. l. x 4.5 in. w. brass (some parts appear to have been la
"Porte monnaie", 8 in. l. x 4.5 in. w. brass (some parts appear to have been la
Object Number 973-26-50/11537
Display Title "Porte monnaie", 8 in. l. x 4.5 in. w. brass (some parts appear to have been la
Descriptions
Object Description "Porte monnaie", 8 in. l. x 4.5 in. w. brass (some parts appear to have been laquered). Simple curvilinear decoration of appliqued coils. Fringe of cast beass bells, strung on brass beads.
Inventory Description Pouch, round container with lid, loops on bottom edge, extensions with bells
Classification
  • Pouch
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa / Cameroon
Additional Geographic Terms West Africa
Materials Brass, Copper, Fiber
Dimensions Overall: 30 x 15 x 3.5 cm (11 13/16 x 5 7/8 x 1 3/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 973-26-50/11537

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