A PRETTY SET OF 3 BAULE TRIBE PINK SHELLS , IVORY COAST ( No 4754 )
A PRETTY SET OF 3 BAULE TRIBE PINK SHELLS , IVORY COAST ( No 4754 )
A PRETTY SET OF 3 BAULE TRIBE PINK SHELLS , IVORY COAST ( No 4754 )
A PRETTY SET OF 3 BAULE TRIBE PINK SHELLS , IVORY COAST ( No 4754 )
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A PRETTY SET OF 3 BAULE TRIBE PINK SHELLS , IVORY COAST ( No 4754 )
A PRETTY SET OF 3 BAULE TRIBE PINK SHELLS , IVORY COAST ( No 4754 )
A PRETTY SET OF 3 BAULE TRIBE PINK SHELLS , IVORY COAST ( No 4754 )
A PRETTY SET OF 3 BAULE TRIBE PINK SHELLS , IVORY COAST ( No 4754 )

A PRETTY SET OF 3 BAULE TRIBE PINK SHELLS , IVORY COAST ( No 4754 )

£86

 

A set of 3 large sized Baule tribe pecten shells. These were traded into the Ivory Coast and swapped for gold in the 19THC, as they were coveted for their coral colour.Glossy patina .  They were often  attached to prestige items, including belts, daggers, necklaces and gun powder cases.  In good condition.  We guarantee this item has been tribally used . Width up to 6 cm.

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