Iron Bangle

One of seventeen penannular bangles made from local iron that has been twisted to create a spiral pattern. Each end has been flattened, curled, and smoothed. Alldridge's notes say that they came from Upper Mendiland .

Further Information

  • Type: Body adornment, jewellery
  • Object: Iron Bangle
  • Materials: Metal
  • Culture Group: Mende
  • Dimensions: Unknown
  • Production Date: Pre 1891
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Thomas Joshua Alldridge (Collector)
  • Museum: Brighton Museum and Art Gallery
  • Accession Number: BMAG:R3483/20q

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