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A BIG NATURAL CAST BEETLE 18-19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT W GOOD DETAIL
$131.91 USD

Sold on: 2012-Aug-14

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This is a nice natural cast Akan gold measuring weight from the 18-19thC. Cast from a real beetle. Nice large size. A fine casting with good detail. Has a soft and deeply worn patina. Smooth in the ha...




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