Lot: 18
Circa 1860.
Thick copper wire shaft inserted into a hole in the wands center 2 ancient Chinese coins, 1 on either side of the Wand, are on that copper shaft the wood wand with 8 carved faces carved to either end.
Red David Howard Tribal Arts sticker.
Approximate dimensions: 6 5/8 inches long..
Similar examples in The Yao: The Mien and Mun Yao in China, Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand by Jess Pourret page 207 illustration 569.
Condition: Signs of wear and use, no apparent loss.
Up for Auction on January 23, 2021
Estimate: $300 - 600