Lot 5716
Sale 78 · Important Australian & World Coins & Banknotes, The Lampard Collection, The James Atkinson Collection
Description
New Guinea, Ndap shell coin of Njaru village, Rossel Island, of the denomination 'Tebuda', (Armstrong estimates about 59 of this denomination in existence), (cf.Quiggin p.183-6). Rare, very fine together with description of use, its authenticity and provenance.
One of the most sought after of all primitive moneyr.
- Estimate
- $150
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $120