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October 17 | Art, Antiques & Estate Collections

Sat, Oct 17, 2026 10:00AM EDT
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East-Wing’s October 17 Oakville Gallery auction presents fine art, antiques, jewelry, and decorative arts, with a notable selection of antique clocks and mechanical music. Furniture, silver, folk art, glass, and ceramics round out a sale that spans traditional and modern collecting.
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Lot 347

(3pcs) Large 8" Heavy African Congo Bronze Currency Bracelets and Anklet

Estimate: $300 - $600
Starting Bid
$150

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$100,000 $2,500

A grouping of three heavy, hand-cast bronze pieces from Africa, likely the Congo region and the Mingo and Ekonda peoples. The lot includestwo large currency bracelets and one substantial currency anklet. These sculptural, utilitarian objects served both as high-status wealth display and a medium of exchange. Each piece features rugged cast construction displaying a rich, aged patina, surface wear, and minor casting imperfections consistent with tribal ceremonial objects of significant age. See photos for more item and condition details.

Largest Measures: 8.25" L x 4.5" W x 3.5" H

Overall Dimensions
Height: 10.00 in
Width: 20.00 in
Depth: 20.00 in
Weight: 60.00 lbs

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