Leaves: 1; Pages: 2; Measurements: 20.5cm x 15.2cm; Dates ca. 1902-1906; Script: Nyinyi Mfamfu men script in blue ink; Condition: Good; Comments: This document is among the earliest extant writings by King Njoya on the subject of religion.
Letter to Nji Mama from PENTANE Adija regarding the fire and she also greets the wives of Nji Mama
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Leaves: 1; Pages: 2; Measurements: 21.7cm x 16.6cm; Dates Unknown; Script: Akauku Mfemfe; Condition: Good; Comments: Although the Bamum script was primarily a male prerogative, there is ample evidence of women knowing and using the Bamum script. The handwriting in this letter, by Pentane Adija, i...