West Africa, copper manilla
Factory: Unknown (Probably)
One of eleven manillas and five coins in a linen money bag (CM.524-2008 to CM.540-2008)
History note: Acquired by the donor's father, Col. J.B.J. Austin QPM CPM, during service in the Colonial Police of British West Africa, 1926-53
Method of acquisition: Given (2008) by Austin, J.C.B. Jean
Object Weight 80.58 g
Accession number: CM.529-2008
Primary reference Number: 248661
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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