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West African Metal Reliquary Handle

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Description

West African Metal Reliquary Handle

Having a garish face and a bronze alloy construction

Property from: an Estate, Chicago (Gold Coast), Illinois

Height: 24 3/4 inches, Width: 11 inches

Condition: light to moderate wear, tarnish, verdigris

Category: Collectibles > Ethnographic

Estimated Sale Time: 11:24 am CST

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Last modified: April 24, 2024, 2:56 pm

Condition

light to moderate wear, tarnish, verdigris

Dimensions

24.75 x 11 in

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West African Metal Reliquary Handle

Name: West African Metal Reliquary Handle
SKU: 176738400
Price: 1000 USD
Availability: InStock

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