Igbo Coiled Copper Alloy Currency Armlet (Manilla) amazigh each maintaining a shared artistic

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Miniature vessels such as this were far more than simple containers—they once held perfumed oils

creating a striking contrast

creating a sense of inner poise and embodied power

Igbo Coiled Copper Alloy Currency Armlet (Manilla) amazigh each maintaining a shared artisticLate 19th early 20th century, Igbo people, Nigeria, West Africa Magnificent and exceptionally large coiled copper alloy currency armlet, formed as a powerful spring like structure composed of eight tightly twisted coils ending in bulging, squared off terminals. With its impressive size, weight, and sculptural presence, this piece was almost certainly a prestige examplecreated to display wealth and status rather than for regular wear. Its bold form and