1800s Cast Bronze Tooled African MASSIVE Ritual Bangle Start Price USD 1,111.11 Current Price USD 1,111.11 Time Left 8 days 5 hours 40 minutes Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Monday, November 17, 2008 End Time Friday, January 16, 2009 Location Spring, Texas See more about '1800s Cast Bronze Tooled African MASSIVE Ritual Bangle' Description Antique 1800's Cast Bronze African Massive Ritual Bangle Look at this ! Don't miss it! Look at this beautiful, interesting and rare piece. It is all made of massive cast bronze, hand shaped, hammered and hand tooled with intricate tribal designs and patternsIt is a bangle, which was put on as distinguishing jewelry on shaman's legs during rituals and on special occasions, denouncing its owner rank in some West African tribes. Please, do not get confused with Slave trade bangles - this is a ritual one (much better designed and executed). Back in the days, it was used as a mean of currency as well - for buying cattle, women (wifes) or other "highly prized" goodsIt is quite primitive, all hand done, and dates back to the late 1800'sOriginated in Cameroon, Central/West Africa...most likely from the Bamileke group of tribesMeasurements: Approx. 4.75" wide, 6" diameter Condition: VG+/Excellent overall, all original, see photos. Shows signs of extensive use, but never abusedPlease e-mail us for additional photos or information that can give you a better idea about this beautiful piece We Will Combine Shipping When Possible For Your Convenience! Local Pickups Are Welcome Please take a look at the other items we have on sale now. Click here to visit our other auctions! Please, visit our eBay Store! We will add new listings at least once weekly, so be sure to drop in! You never know what you might find! If you do not agree with any price, let us know your suggestion. We guarantee not to pass up any reasonable offer! Also, if you are not sure about an item, feel free to ask us as many questions, as you want!     Buyer is responsible for the actual shipping cost.  No handling charges. We accept personal checks, money orders and credit cards through PayPal     We describe the items with the best of our knowledge and ability, so to avoid any misunderstanding, and in case of any doubt, please e-mail us. We will be glad to answer all your questions and to provide additional photos and information Take a look at the other items we have for sale now and please keep visiting Thank you! Get Skype and call me for free.     Powered by eBay Turbo Lister                               Powered by eBay Turbo Lister Place a Bid!