Snake Currency (#2) - Lobi People - Burkina Faso - Sold

Snake Currency (#2) - Lobi People - Burkina Faso - Sold

Used by the Lobi people in Burkina Faso, these iron snakes were used & recognized as currency for transactions. They would also tie them to their calves to protect them from snake bites and lightning. The snake is associated with the Lobi mythical beings. 24"H
Used by the Lobi people in Burkina Faso, these iron snakes were used & recognized as currency for transactions. They would also tie them to their calves to protect them from snake bites and lightning. The snake is associated with the Lobi mythical beings. 24"H
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