These currencies were used throughout Nigeria and neighboring countries for more than 300 years. They are probably a middle-period British Manilla called "Onoudu". Many of these currencies were widely used from the sixteenth century when the Portuguese cast huge quantities and used them to trade in West Africa.

The picture is an example; yours will be similar.

These are small - this does not fit most wrists - we have others that are larger, in the Bierling Collection, that could be used as a bracelet. Please check the measurements that are provided.

Approximately 1.75-2 inches interior diameter

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