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Currency & Trade Site

Igbo-Ukwu Bronze Hoard

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About

Igbo-Ukwu in Anambra State is the site of one of the most significant archaeological discoveries in West Africa. Excavated by Thurstan Shaw in 1959-1964, the site yielded over 700 bronze artifacts dated to the 9th century CE — predating European contact. The bronzes indicate long-distance trade connections (glass beads from Venice/Egypt) and a sophisticated local metalworking tradition.

Location Details

Latitude: 6.0167
Longitude: 7.0167

Approximate (within town)

About This Data

Currency and trade sites represent locations associated with pre-colonial Nigerian economic systems and trade networks.

Locations are based on historical trade route documentation and archaeological evidence.

Sources

  • Thurstan Shaw Archaeological Record

    Academic (Shaw, 1970) (1970)

  • Nigerian Trade History Documentation

    Academic (compiled)

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