Click Here for New Arrivals! African mask: The Fang of eastern Guinea and northern Gabon are a proud people with a very rich history. The Fang were great elephant hunters and traded ivory with other Africans. Europeans feared them because it was rumored that they were cannibals and practitioners of sorcery. The Fang having tremendous fortitude and foresight did not trust the Europeans nor did they participate in slave trading. Artistically, the Fang were highly developed. This type of mask, common to the region is used during special dance ceremonies wherein the ancestors are asked to bless them with prosperity. The mask itself exudes richness. From the many imbedded cowry shells and lustrous bronze inlays to the 4 genuine African copper Kobo coins that appear on each mask. The coins were first released in 1991 and withdrawn in 2007! The contrasting black background color is made from wood dust and other ingredients. These rare, smaller versions will stand out in any collection. Slight variations will occur from set to set. The price is for the pair. Please click photo for enlargement! See another photo and Order button below. When OFFLINE click button to leave a message! **For a complete inventory listing please go to the 'Index' section on the Navigation Bar to your right** Dimensions: Top: 9 inches long x 5 inches across from its widest point. Bottom: 8 1/4 inches long x 5 inches from its widest point. Wt: 7 lbs. shipping Item 206a$195.00 Kobo coinOne of eight featured coins! Please click photo for enlargement! The WarehousePlease click here for new mask arrivals. The Curators GalleryPlease click here for exclusive high grade selections.