Asante/Akan Bronze Ring from Ghana

Metal Ring

Akan

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Bronze

ca. 39x30mm

47gr

Stunning rare antique Asante Bronze Ring with gold patina. Measurements are ca. 39x30mm, Inner Ring diameter is 19.5mm. Weight is ca. 47 gram. Ring represents a pistol and a fly hunt, surrounding an Akan stool. All are symbols of power to the Akan. Rings like this were usually worn by olders during festivities. Ca. first half of 20th century