• “Konga” Anklet / Currency

• Ekonda (Konda) / Nkutu, D.R. Congo, Africa

• Puddle-cast brass

• Early 20th Century

• Dimensions: 8 long x 6 w x 5.5 in. / 20 x 15 x 14 cm

• Height on Custom Display Stand: 10 in. / 25 cm

• Item #BMG

A fine example of a konga with carefully worked incised edges and a cross-hatched detail. Kongas were usually worn by married women for celebrations, with their feet protected by thick twists of fabric and leaves called Litelele. Some losses.

Additional currencies of this type are available in our Decor section, which can be seen here.

Domestic shipping included. International shipping quoted separately.

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