Lot 4401
Sale 114 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals, Tokens & Banknotes
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Description
Borneo, (Malaysia, Brunei), brass cannon money, 365mm, 2260 grams, diameter 24-59mm, late 19th century early 20th century, with double fish handle on top and a holding lug underneath, used for trading purposes, barter of goods, payment of fines and in engagement and wedding ceremonies (Opitz [2000 edn.] p.100 as illustrated). Extremely fine, very rare this large and in this condition.
Ex Patrick J. O'Rourke Collection.
- Estimate
- $1,000
- Result Status
- Passed in