Figure - Set of 10 Iron Nkissi Currencies - Liberia - Liberia

This set of 10 Iron Nkissi currencies originates from Liberia, reflecting a traditional form of currency used by various ethnic groups in West Africa. Nkissi figures are ritual objects often imbued with spiritual significance and were sometimes used as currency or in barter systems in pre-colonial times. Crafting these figures from iron signifies both value and durability, and they frequently embody protective or mystical properties attributed by the communities. Such currency figures provide insight into indigenous economic systems and belief structures beyond mere monetary exchange. Collectors appreciate these artifacts for their artistic detail and anthropological relevance to Liberian cultural history.