Lot 2860

West Africa, probably Benin or Congo region – Rare 'King Manilla' with Benin-style anthropomorphic figure (17th–19th century) - Exceptional copper prestige currency of massive form, semicircular profile with flat ends; outer surface featuring an applied/raised figure in Benin style, likely symbolic or ritual in nature; such figural manillas are rare and may have been produced for high-status exchange or ceremonial purposes - attractive patina, VF - rare