Africa, Katanga, small copper cross, 18th cent.? (E. Herbert, Red Gold of Africa (2003), p. 188, type B), cast. 11 x 10 mm, 1.17g. Such crosses have been recorded from graves at Sanga, N. of Katanga copper mines, of 15th-18th cent., the smaller pieces being generally later. From EWC List 47, no. 116.
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Bought (2009) by Early World Coins
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Accession number: CM.504-2009
Primary reference Number: 246826
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