African Bracelet Money Richard Wagner Italian-born Russian soprano (1859-1952)

Italian-born Russian soprano (1859-1952)

Also included 2 photo postcards: one of Amsterdam

performing music by Brahms and Liszt

who created operas

Size is 8 x 11

African Bracelet Money Richard Wagner Italian-born Russian soprano (1859-1952)Vintage metal bracelet, used as currency in West Africa, later associated with slave trade until the appearance of currency brought to Africa by Europeans in the late 19th century. A very interesting, detailed article about these bracelets can be found HERE. These original bracelets are today highly collectible, witness an infamous era now fortunately gone in mankind. Size is 3. 25 x 3 inches, mounted on cardboard with short strings, can be easily