Idoma Currency
Tribe: Idoma
Counrty: Nigeria
Material: Iron
Size: 26.5" (67.3 cm) Tall
Condition: Good
Notes: Prepared to museum quality specifications and beautifully displayed on a custom gallery style stand.
Originally formed from a hoe blade, these currency items were known as 'Akika' to the Idoma of Nigeria. They used these during ceremonies and in family negotiations for a bride. Iron had value thoughout Africa as it could easy be melted and converted into a number of different tools that were necessary in day to day life, so though the Akika had meaning to the Idoma for bride negotiations, it was pretty practical as a broad base currency to them too. |
