SKU: 146719
Chamba Iron Dubil Currency Rod Nigeria
Height: 15.0
Width: 1.0
Depth: 0.5
Width: 1.0
Depth: 0.5
$220.00
Description
The Sukur people of Nigeria and Cameroon used Dubil currency rods, which were crafted by local tribal blacksmiths in the Madagoli area of the Mandara Mountains using locally smelted iron. These iron rods bear the blacksmith's hammer marks with flared ends, resembling a tibia or shin bone, has been in use since the 16th century, and potentially even earlier.
Depth (in) 0.5
Width (in) 1.0
Height (in) 15.0
146719
Approximate Age: 20th Century
People: Chamba
Country of Origin: Nigeria
Material
Material: iron
Condition
Damage/Repair: Oxidation and rust, see photos for more details.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.
