Bronze human pendant head, Igbo Isaiah (Igbo-Ukwu, Nigeria), 9th – 10th c. AD, 7.6 x 4.10 x 5.5 cm

Miscellaneous objects – Jewellery and ornaments

Material:Metals |Type:Jewelry/Personal adornments |Countries:Nigeria

  • Period

    3rd -19th c. AD

  • Red List

    Red List – West Africa

Category

Miscellaneous objects – Jewellery and ornaments
Metal (copper, bronze, silver, gold, alloys) or ivory. Bracelets and anklets, necklaces and goldweights. Helmets and hair ornaments. May be human-shaped or bear geometric motifs.
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