"Mbole Kneeling Coin, Democratic Republic Of Congo, 19th Century."
Mbole kneeling coin, Democratic Republic of Congo. Late 19th - early 20th century. Copper Dimensions: diameter: 21.5 cm x d.15.3 cm x h with base 33 cm. A stylistic purity of this Mbole coin, perfection of the hollowed circular shape punctuated by an open axis at its top. Its patina, as if hammered by use, attests to the numerous exchanges to which it was subject. Private collection. In very good condition.