Manilla (jewellery / currency) from West Africa

Unknown artist

1850-1950

Manilla (jewellery / currency) (1 of 3), brass, maker unknown, West Africa, 1850-1950

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A brass manilla bracelet with intricate geometric patterns is displayed against a white background. The bracelet is open at the bottom, suggesting it is a piece of jewelry or currency. Manilla, brass, rounded cross section, five protuberances, strong banding, and fine line-work infill with punched circular design motifs. Manilla (jewellery / currency) (1 of 3), brass, maker unknown, West Africa, 1850-1950