Vintage Kenya Equator Souvenir - Kisii Soapstone Carving (1986) - 6.5 × 6 cm

Carved stone souvenir from Kenya, marking a specific location on the Equator at an altitude of approximately 7,747 feet. Pieces like this were commonly produced by local artisans for visitors to the equator crossing near Nanyuki, a well-known tourist stop.

The inscription includes the date “1986” and the word “WENYA”, likely an artistic or phonetic variation of “Kenya”, as seen on similar period souvenirs.

Details

• Origin: Kenya

• Material: Likely Kisii soapstone (traditional Kenyan carving stone)

• Date: Inscribed 1986

• Inscription: “1986 WENYA EQUATOR ALTITUDE 7747F” (or close variation)

• Size: Approx. 6.5 × 6 cm

• Condition: Vintage condition with age-appropriate wear