Afo Iron Shield Hoe Antique African Blade Currency Affo 29" Museum Quality 27 LB, NO Damage, Perfect Condition Start Price USD 565.00 Current Price USD 565.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, July 24, 2008 End Time Tuesday, July 29, 2008 Location Santa Fe, NM See more about 'Afo Iron Shield Hoe Antique African Blade Currency Affo' Description   Afo Affo 29+" Iron Shield Hoe Blade CurrencyAntique African Traditional Ethnographic Bride Price Money Nigeria to Niger     A Museum Quality Afo Shield Hoe Currency - Superb SpecimenAntique African Traditional Tribal Ethnographic Money Bride Price - Nigeria / Niger Collected from the: Afo (Affo) peoples of northeast Nigeria, West AfricaMaterial: Solid iron, hand forgedPeriod: 19th century, conservativelyDimensions: 29" height, 21" width, .25" thick, 6.5" tang; weight is 27 poundsPristine Condition: No damage - intact and structurally sound, blade edges are immaculate - the Afo hoes are rarely found in such perfect condition, a true museum quality specimen! Exhibits strong signs of age and use, significant patination throughout. Please click on the photos below to fully appreciate this remarkable old piece! And be sure to see the unusual AFRICAN CURRENCY in our eBay store! Or explore our fascinating AFRICAN SCULPTURES ! Click Images to Enlarge Afo Tribal Shield Hoe Currency InformationMany believe this form to have been modeled after the European heraldic shield. Attributed to the Afo people of the northeast Nigeria / southeast Niger region of West Africa. Occasionally termed a ceremonial hoe as these were customary gifts to a bride's father. Seman's notes that 1 shield hoe and 2 goats equaled 1 wife and/or 1 hoe blade equaled 1 slave. "The Afo people settled north of the junction of the Niger and Benue Rivers. Their Okeshi figures are used by members of the Alanya Beshi society during annual festivities related to fertility rites." according to Bacquart. Cat. # rcha2 ************************************************************************************ THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING SANTA FE AFRICAN ART !!! We strive to earn your ***** FIVE STAR ***** rating in all 4 categories!If you are not 5 star satisfied, please contact us immediately!Your Satisfaction is Unconditionally Guaranteed ! ************************************************************************************ Multiple purchases = SUBSTANTIAL savings on your shipping costs! Never a charge for handling! Important Note: UPS and USPS International request a daytime phone number for delivery, PLEASE be sure to include this information with your payment to ensure expedited service. Dimensional weight domestic rates include tracking or free Delivery Confirmation. USPS insurance is optional and highly recommended. We gladly combine shipping for multiple purchases to reduce your costs - simply email us with your Zip or Postal Code for a combined invoice, PRIOR to making payment. We Offer a Variety of Payment Methods to Meet YOUR Needs ! PayPal, bank wire transfer or deposit, money orders, and certified or personal checks are all gladly accepted. Payment is expected within 10 days of auction close. In consideration of discounts given on Best Offers accepted, we respectfully request payment be made within 3 days unless prior arrangements are made. Please contact us directly if other arrangements are necessary - we're always happy to help! Your Satisfaction is 100% Guaranteed !!! Our commitment to customer satisfaction exceeds the standard authenticity or 'as stated' guarantees you may find elsewhere. We endeavor to ensure our collectors are thrilled with each and every item they acquire! Please contact us immediately if - for any reason - you are not pleased with your selection. Your purchase price will be gladly refunded once the item is returned to us, in its original condition, within 14 days of the initial delivery date. Affordable Auction Management and Image Hosting Solutions @ inkFrog view my other auctions below:   visit my entire auction showcase Place a Bid!