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$8.00 Shipping Location: Saint Louis, United States Whether you're a seasoned collector or a beginner looking to start your own collection, this piece is sure to be a highlight.
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Free Shipping Location: Villanova, United States Africa, 1700's to very early 1900's, Ghana, Ashanti Brass Cast Gold Weight. Grading is an opinion and not exact science.
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$4.98 Shipping Location: United States You are bidding on a MMA(Metropolitan Museum of Art) reproduction of an Asante gold dust box in their collection. 3" x 1 1/2" x 1 1/4" ... moreIn very good condition. If you have any questions about payment. Shipping this or any other details of the auction listing, please contact me. Please make payment within 7 days of auction end. Or contact me to make other arrangements. Please see my other auctions- combine shipping and save $$. gsrx_vers_486(GS 6.5.1(486)
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$8.60 Shipping Location: Brighton, United States 2 old brass cast gold weights. A well detailed sawfish and a smaller mudfish. 19th century or earlier. Nice warm patina. Good condition. Buyer pays shipping. ... moreThanks
$8.30 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Only one, alas, of the beaked character walking on two sticks.
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$13.60 Shipping Location: Jersey City, United States This is quite a unique pieces that would make a great addition to any African collection, or for decoration. S h i p p i n g. P a y m e n t.
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$12.45 Shipping Location: Chino, United States Gold Weights: The Gold weights or Mbramoo of the Akan are stylized miniature sculptures traditionally used to weigh bags of gold dust for use as currency. ... moreMade of bronze or brass the weights are made using the traditional lost wax casting technique(I highly recommend viewing this for a precursory view of the technique) The weights themselves often became status symbols with higher nobility indicted with not only owning more weights but the degree of casting in the weights and the accompanying accouterments like spoons and decorative chests. Each weight was made to be equivalent to a Uquiya or Islamic ounce(roughly 27.3 grams) With the weights either being filed down or adorned with beads to achieve the perfect weight. Though long since out of use for actual gold measurements, the weights have continued to be made and serve now more as collectible handmade sculptures. This particular piece is a Rooster or Chicken measuring about 1.75 in long by 2 in tall, with a lovely filigree and patina making it wonderful for any collector! Motifs: Akan gold weights were often used not only for simple measurements but to strike up conversation during business transactions by each conveying a unique story or idea through their designs and representations. These design motifs usually fall into three trends; courtly figures. Adinkra symbols or representational animals. The figures representing Ashanti nobility tend to be allegories. Myths and fables of the Ashanti's origins. The Adinkra symbols are much flatter, rectangular designs based upon the Ashanti Adrinkra system of writing where philosophical concepts and aphorisms are represented with stylized patterns and designs(the Adrinkra is not a phonetic system of writing and holds no capability for writing nouns, verbs, etc but instead conveys transcendent thoughts on the nature of existence) The animal representations often are attempts to convey proverbs relating to the individual animals. Please view my other listings for more gold weights and great deals and please emai
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$4.25 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States This is a very unique and hard to find is made of bronze and made during the late 17th and 18th centuries. They were originally used prior to the paper ... moremoney systems. This mrammou usually depicted proverbs and symbols, that held cultural significance within the Akan culture.
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$4.25 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States Four Ashanti Gold Weights These four Ashanti figural gold weights are skillfully made by the lost wax casting method. The artist has incorporated accurate ... moredetails and decorations They are made of brass and portray people engaged in everyday tasks. The Ashanti people of Ghana used gold dust as a medium of exchange. The weights were used as counter balance standards in a simple double pan scale. The oldest Ashanti weights were smaller geometric forms. But shapes like seeds and insects were also used. These anthropomorphic forms were probably made for the tourist trade. These weights came from Ghana in the 1960s. Man tapping rubber tree- 2 3/8" Man cutting melon with knife- 2" Woman in robe walking with stick- 2 1/8" Man chopping and carrying wood- 2 1/4" I will mail these cast brass figures to any location in the United States US Mail. Payment is simplest and fastest by Paypal. Buyer may return item in same condition for refund of selling price. Not shipping, for up to 14 days after receipt if not perfectly pleased.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands In good condition, authentic, original, good old, tribally used, smooth wear and feel as the result of tribal use. OLD ORIGINAL GOOD CASTING.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands AKAN ASHANTI ASANTE GOLDWEIGHT GOLD WEIGHT BRONZE OR BRASS OLD ANTIQUE ORIGINAL.
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$11.00 Shipping Location: San Antonio, United States Antique 18-19C Akan Ashanti Horse & Rider Gold Weight Bronze Brass West Africa. Shipped with USPS Priority Mail Package. This item is in very good antique ... morecondition. It is showing signs of age, use, and shelf wear. This item is attached to the wooden base by nails. The bronze figure is about 4 1/2 inches long and 3 1/2 inches tall. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED PHOTOS FOR BETTER VISUAL DESCRIPTION.
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$4.11 Shipping Location: Kenosha, United States The weight has been used, but is in good condition. Length: 3 1/2".
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$8.70 Shipping Location: Muncy, United States This is a very rare and unique item that was used to weigh gold. Very good condition for the age. Doesn't stand up as I think it is missing its base from ... morewhat I have seen of others like this. Weighs approximately 3/4 of a pound. See pictures for best details. Will answer any questions I can. Check out my profile for more interesting items like this. Will combine shipping.
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$5.85 Shipping Location: Chandler, United States
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Free Shipping Location: Plymouth, United States Enhance your antique collection with this exquisite set of three Ashanti Tribe brass gold trade weight pendants. The material used to create these pendants ... moreis brass, which adds an authentic touch to its overall design.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands Size: appr.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands WEST AFRICA / GHANA / GOLD COAST / IVORY COAST. In good condition, authentic, original, good old, tribally used, smooth wear and feel as the result of ... moretribal use.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands AKAN ASHANTI ASANTE GOLDWEIGHT GOLD WEIGHT BRONZE OR BRASS OLD ANTIQUE ORIGINAL.
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Free Shipping Location: Plymouth, United States This beautiful antique African Gold Weight Figurine depicts a woman with intricate details and a witch-like appearance. The piece is made of high-quality ... morebrass material, showcasing the artisanal skills of the Ashanti tribe. The rare and original item would be a great addition to any collection of African antiques. This gold weight figurine has been well-preserved and is in excellent shape. The item's color is gold, which adds to its value and uniqueness. This piece would make a fantastic conversation starter and a great decoration for any space.
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$11.60 Shipping Location: Sonoita, United States I AM CURRENTLY SELLING SOME GOOD PIECES ON AN AUCTION FORMAT ALL STARTING AT £1.00 PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK THEM OUT A NICE GROUP OF 24 SMALL SIZE ... moreAKAN ASHANTI GOLD WEIGHTS NICE GEOMETRIC PIECES. 17-19TH CENTURY. THE GEOMETRIC WEIGHTS WERE USED PRIOR TO THE FIGURATIVE AND AND ANTHROPOMORPHIC WEIGHTS. THESE SMALL WEIGHTS WERE USED TO WEIGHT GOLD DUST BY THE AKAN AND ASHANTI TRADERS WHO DOMINATED THE TRADE IN GOLD IN WEST AFRICA AND BEYOND FROM THE 15-19TH CENTURY
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands AKAN ASHANTI ASANTE GOLDWEIGHT GOLD WEIGHT BRONZE OR BRASS OLD ANTIQUE ORIGINAL.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands AKAN ASHANTI ASANTE GOLDWEIGHT BRONZE OR BRASS. OLD ORIGINAL GOOD CASTING GOOD QUALITY. In good condition, authentic, original, good old, tribally used, ... moresmooth wear and feel as the result of tribal use.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands OLD ORIGINAL GOOD CASTING OUTSTANDING QUALITY. In good condition, authentic, original, good old, tribally used, smooth wear and feel as the result of ... moretribal use.
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$11.60 Shipping Location: Sonoita, United States I AM CURRENTLY SELLING SOME GOOD PIECES ON AN AUCTION FORMAT ALL STARTING AT £1.00 PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK THEM OUT A NICE GROUP OF 24 SMALL SIZE ... moreAKAN ASHANTI GOLD WEIGHTS NICE GEOMETRIC PIECES. 17-19TH CENTURY. THE GEOMETRIC WEIGHTS WERE USED PRIOR TO THE FIGURATIVE AND AND ANTHROPOMORPHIC WEIGHTS. THESE SMALL WEIGHTS WERE USED TO WEIGHT GOLD DUST BY THE AKAN AND ASHANTI TRADERS WHO DOMINATED THE TRADE IN GOLD IN WEST AFRICA AND BEYOND FROM THE 15-19TH CENTURY
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$4.11 Shipping Location: Kenosha, United States The gold weight has been used, but is in good condition. There is minor wear (scuff marks/scratches and stains/discolorations) from use and age. Length: ... more1".
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$10.10 Shipping Location: Waxahachie, United States 6 Vintage African Akan Ashanti Brass Bronze Gold Weight Tribal Figures. 2 of the figures have damage. Man with bow and man with animal on head. See pictures
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$49.85 Shipping Location: Harrisonburg, United States This antique African Ashanti cast bronze figurine is a beautiful and unique piece of art. The intricate details and craftsmanship are a testament to the ... morerich cultural heritage of the Ashanti tribe. Made from bronze, this figurine is the perfect addition to any collection of ethnographic art. The figurine's color and material are sure to catch the eye and spark conversation. Its originality and authenticity make it a valuable piece of folk art that is sure to be cherished for years to come.
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Free Shipping Location: Plymouth, United States You will be purchasing a very old Ashanti Gold Weight dust box with lid. This dust box is a great example of an Ashanti gold weight. Original owner and ... morehistory unavailable. Sold as is.
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$4.90 Shipping Location: Yachats, United States PICTURES ARE ENLARGED TO SHOW DETAIL. WILL RECEIVE THE ITEM IN THIS PICTURE UNLESS IT IS A MULTIPLE.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands In good condition, authentic, original, good old, tribally used, smooth wear and feel as the result of tribal use. OLD ORIGINAL GOOD CASTING.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands AKAN ASHANTI ASANTE GOLDWEIGHT GOLD WEIGHT BRONZE OR BRASS OLD ANTIQUE ORIGINAL. Made with the lost wax or cire perdue technique, bronze or brass.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands In good condition, authentic, original, good old, tribally used, smooth wear and feel as the result of tribal use. OLD ORIGINAL GOOD CASTING.
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Free Shipping Condition: Used Location: Israel SIZE(CM): 24.5/15.5 Referred to as "kuduo," these exquisite bronze vessels served a dual purpose. They were either utilized in funeral ceremonies or employed ... moreto safeguard precious and significant objects. While certain kuduo were interred alongside their owners, others found their place within sacred chambers..
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$4.11 Shipping Location: Kenosha, United States The gold weight has been used, but is in good condition. Length: 1 3/4".
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands AKAN ASHANTI ASANTE GOLDWEIGHT GOLD WEIGHT BRONZE OR BRASS OLD ANTIQUE ORIGINAL.
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Free Shipping Location: Auburn, United States The Asante, also known as Ashanti, are an ethnic group among the Akan that utilized their gold wealth to build an empire. It is their kingdom that the ... morePenn Museum’s gold weight collection represents.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands AKAN ASHANTI ASANTE GOLDWEIGHT GOLD WEIGHT BRONZE OR BRASS OLD ANTIQUE ORIGINAL.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands ANTIQUE RARE TYPE OF GOLDWEIGHT ANIMAL. Sizes: appr.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands AKAN ASHANTI ASANTE GOLDWEIGHT BRONZE OR BRASS. OLD ORIGINAL GOOD CASTING GOOD QUALITY. In good condition, authentic, original, good old, tribally used, ... moresmooth wear and feel as the result of tribal use.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands In good condition, authentic, original, good old, tribally used, smooth wear and feel as the result of tribal use.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands AKAN ASHANTI ASANTE GOLDWEIGHT GOLD WEIGHT BRONZE OR BRASS OLD ANTIQUE ORIGINAL.
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Free Shipping Location: Plymouth, United States This vintage ashanti goldweight is a beautiful example of Akan craftsmanship. The intricate wax cast brass design features a xylophone musician and is ... moresure to be a unique addition to any collection. The piece is believed to be original and rare, adding to its value and allure. The maker of this piece is unknown, adding to its mystery and intrigue. The material of this piece is brass and the color is a stunning brass. This goldweight is a part of the ethnographic category of antiques and is a representation of African culture. It belongs to the subcategory of Other African Antiques. Overall, this is a must-have for any collector of rare and unique pieces.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Leiden - Zijlwijk-Zuid, Netherlands AKAN ASHANTI ASANTE GOLDWEIGHT BRONZE OR BRASS. OLD ORIGINAL GOOD CASTING GOOD QUALITY. In good condition, authentic, original, good old, tribally used, ... moresmooth wear and feel as the result of tribal use.
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$12.00 Shipping Location: Tonnay-Charente, France 4 AUTHENTIC ANTIQUE AFRICAN AKAN ASHANTI BRONZE or BRASS GOLD WEIGHT GOLDWEIGHT. Good antique condition. Tribally used. Smoth wear and feel as a result ... moreof tribal use. Weight = 26,1 grams ; 21,5 grams ; 19,4 grams ; 9,3 grams.
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$4.11 Shipping Location: Kenosha, United States The weight has been used, but is in good condition. Length: 3/4".
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$4.98 Shipping Location: United States You are bidding on a MMA(Metropolitan Museum of Art) reproduction of an Asante gold dust box in their collection. 3" x 1 1/2" x 1 1/4" ... moreIn very good condition. If you have any questions about payment. Shipping this or any other details of the auction listing, please contact me. Please make payment within 7 days of auction end. Or contact me to make other arrangements. Please see my other auctions- combine shipping and save $$. gsrx_vers_486(GS 6.5.1(486)
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Ashanti Akan Gold Weight Snake Miniature
Antique snake-form Ashanti weight. Size: 1" Weight: 13.5 grams Please email me with any questions.
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AFRICAN GOLDWEIGHT ASHANTI AKAN ANTIQUE GOLD WEIGHT WHTE BRASS
AFRICAN GOLDWEIGHT ASHANTI AKAN ANTIQUE GOLD WEIGHT WHTE BRASS For larger item view please click on the top left photo of the listing. One nice ANTIQUE( 1800s) Ashanti/ Asante" Geometric" goldweight made from white brass using the lost wax technique from Ghana! The size of the gold weight is approximately 14 mm x 14 mm x 8 mm. Weight 8.5 grams and is in very good condition with some damages and wear due to age and usage. The coin shown in the photo is approximately 20 mm in diameter that is similar to the size of 1 USA cent or 10 Euro cent or 1 UK Penny Check out the other Metal Artifacts in my Store! Asante carried most of their transactions using gold dust and and this weights were used as known mass for the owner. ASHANTI TRIBE INFORMATION LOCATION: Southern Ghana. TYPES OF ART: Ashanti stools and dolls(fertility and ashanti ... moredoll) but also known for their other royal arts. Which include staff and umbrella finials, lost wax cast gold jewelry, and brass gold weights. Kente cloth is a high-prestige textile that was originally woven from imported silk and now is woven of rayon and other synthetics. We are exporters and retailers of African art with offices located in West Africa( Ghana) were we do all our purchases and Europe( Cyprus and Greece) were we stock and ship all our items. PAYMENT INFORMATION: We accept PAYPAL. SHIPPING INFORMATION: We ship by registered insured"AIR MAIL" anywhere in the world. Delivery time for Europe is 5-10 working days. Delivery time for USA and the rest of the World is 10-20 working days. RETURN POLICY: If for any reason you are not happy with your purchase please notify as within 14 days of receiving the parcel. We will provide you with return shipping instructions and will refund you the cost of the items as soon as we receive the return parcel. Please note: BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL SHIPPING CHARGES. You may be interested in on eBay. Auction Template by DeSaCS.com Powered by
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Charming Ashanti Gold Weight of Man Carrying a Palm Wine Flask, Goldweight
Ashanti Gold Weight of man carrying a Palm wine flask Dimensions Height- 6.5cm(2.5" Width- 2.2cm(0.8" Weight- 29.9g Normal 0 false false false EN-GB JA X-NONE This gold weight is from the Ashanti tribe who are part of the Akan tribe. During the 15 h century. Ghana was called the gold cost by the colonialists due to the sheer volume of gold that they encountered there. The dust of this precious mineral was weighed using‘gold’ weights, which were made from bronze, and brass or a mixture of both using the lost wax method. These weights were also known as‘Abrammo' It is thought that this method of weighing gold dates back to the first Sumerian and Mesopotamia traders. The Akan people used this method of weighing gold until 1896 when the colonist attempted to ban its use in an attempt to control commerce. The method used to create ... morethe weights ensured that each of them was individual. The artist often used the geometric symbols favoured by the Akan tribe. However in the later part of the 18 th and 19 th century figurative forms of people and animals began to appear. The gold weight for sale here features a man carrying a Palm wine flask on his head. Similar weight like this can be found in Tom Phillips book- AFRICAN GOLDWEIGHTS Miniature sculptures From Ghana 1400-1900. Page 131 item number 222. It is a wonderfully casted gold weight. Grains Of Africa always endeavours to provide our customers with the highest degree of satisfaction. We pride ourselves on providing high quality items at reasonable prices. Please check our feedback and bid with confidence. Thank you for bidding. If you require further information please do not hesitate to contact us. Also please view the other items that Grains of Africa is has for auction. Please note that the above text and attached photos are all copyrighted to Grains of Africa. For further information please go to grainsofafrica.com
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Ashanti Mud Fish gold weight Lost Wax Casting Beautiful.
A bronze Ashanti mudfish gold weight cast by the lost wax process. This dates from the 19th century. It measures 2.75 inches. A clamp type jewelry pin has been added. I believe the pin can be removed leaving no evidence that it was ever there.
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Tribal Ashanti Ghana Cast Bronze/Brass Gold Weight ELEPHANT African
~~ International Bidders must have at least 50 positive feedback at 100% in order to bid on this item.S&H will be International Priority Mail.I may be able to send the item First Class International Registered Mail if the item sells for less than $40.00.I state full value on Customs form. ~ Thanks! I am rural. So it sometimes takes me 2 days to get the package sent. If you need it sent the next day, please email me well ahead of your payment being sent. Thanks! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Roughly 1-5/8" tall x 2-3/8" inches long.Made of brass or bronze. I dont know much about them but here is some info that i gleened off wikipedia: Akan goldweights were used as a measuring system by the Akan people of West Africa. Particularly for weighing gold dust which was until ... morereplaced by paper money and coins. They are referred to locally as mrammou and the weights are made of brass and not gold. Used to weigh gold and merchandise. At first glance the goldweights look like miniature models of everyday objects. Based on the Islamic ounce. Each weight had a known measurement. This provided merchants with secure and fair-trade arrangements with one another. The status of a man increased significantly if he owned a complete set of weights. Complete small sets of weights were gifts to newly wedded men. This insured that he would be able to enter the merchant trade respectably and successfully. Beyond their practical application, the weights are miniature representations of West African culture items such as adinkra symbols. Plants, animals and people. MORE PHOTOS BELOW ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ASK ANY QUESTIONS BEFORE BIDDING! GOD BLESS AND HAPPY BIDDING! ~~~~~~~~~~~~ I am striving to get"TOP RATED" STATUS. So if there is a problem with any part of my service or S&H, please email me and I will be glad
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Incredible Ashanti Gold Weight of Man Climbing Ladder to Harvest A Tree
Man Climbing Ladder- Ashanti Gold Weight Dimensions: Height- 6cm(2.3" Width- 2cm(0.7" Weight- 31.3g Normal 0 false false false EN-GB JA X-NONE This gold weight is from the Ashanti tribe who are part of the Akan tribe. During the 15 h century Ghana was called the gold cost by the colonialist due to the sheer volume of gold that they encountered there. The dust of this precious mineral was weighed using‘gold’ weights. Which were made from bronze, and brass or a mixture of both using the lost wax method. These weights were also known as‘Abrammo' It is thought that this method of weighing gold dates back to the first Sumerian and Mesopotamia traders. The Akan people used this method of weighing gold until 1896 when the colonist attempted to ban its use in an attempt to control commerce. The method used to create the weights ensured ... morethat each of them was individual. The artist often used the geometric symbols favoured by the Akan tribe. However in the later part of the 18 th and 19 th century figurative form of people and animals began to appear. Amazingly. The gold weight featured here is of a man climbing a ladder. It is a wonderfully casted gold weight. Grains Of Africa always endeavours to provide our customers with the highest degree of satisfaction. We pride ourselves on providing high quality items at reasonable prices. Please check our feedback and bid with confidence. Thank you for bidding. If you require further information please do not hesitate to contact us. Also please view the other items that Grains of Africa is has for auction. Please note that the above text and attached photos are all copyrighted to Grains of Africa. For further information please go to grainsofafrica.com
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African Tribal Rare Ashanti Akan Gold Weight - Crocodile
Fine Dogon Antique(circa mid- late 1800s) Cast Bronze Mating Chameleons. From the old private collection of the internationally celebrated artist and ardent Africanist. This is a rare. Museum quality authentic artifact(circa mid- late 1800s) in a shape of the Crocodile. The item is about 2 3/4" x 2 1/2" In excellent antique condition. Dogon art is extremely versatile. Although common stylistic characteristics– such as a tendency towards stylization– are apparent on the statues. Their art deals with the myths whose complex ensemble regulates the life of the individual. The sculptures are preserved in innumerable sites of worship, personal or family altars, altars for rain, altars to protect hunters, in market. As a general characterization of Dogon statues, one could say that they render the human body in a simplified way, reducing ... moreit to its essentials. Some are extremely elongated with emphasis on geometric forms. The subjective impression is one of immobility with a mysterious sense of a solemn gravity and serene majesty, although conveying at the same time a latent movement. Dogon sculpture recreates the hermaphroditic silhouettes of the Tellem, featuring raised arms and a thick patina made of blood and millet beer. The four Nommo couples, the mythical ancestors born of the god Amma, ornament stools, pillars or men’s meeting houses, door locks, and granary doors. The primordial couple is represented sitting on a stool, the base of which depicts the earth while the upper surface represents the sky; the two are interconnected by the Nommo. Horsemen are remainders of the fact that, according to myth, the horse was the first animal present on earth. The Dogon style has evolved into a kind of cubism: ovoid head, squared shoulders, tapered extremities, pointed breasts, forearms, and thighs on a parallel plane, hairdos stylized by three or four incised lines. Dogon sculptures serve as a physical medium in initiations and as an explanation of the world. They serve to transmit an understanding to the initiated
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Superb African Akan - Asante/Ashanti gold-weight from the Gold Coast (Ghana)
Akan- Asante gold-weight from the Gold Coast(Ghana) known as Islamic weights. The use of gold was limited in the past on the African continent. Due to the restrictions of Islam. In gold trading, Akan merchants used bronze figurines as gold weights, also known as mrammuo, these were figurative, either human figures or animal representations, or abstract designs- all were created using the lost-wax process Gold dust was used as exchange up until the time that Europeans introduced their currency; the gold trader's equipment also included scales. Tiny boxes, and brass spoons for the gold dust. Nice patina. Origin: Akan. Asante ethnic group- GHANA Materials: Bronze Dimensions: approx 1" 1/ 8 by 1" 3/4
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African Tribal Cast Bronze Ashanti Ghana Akan Gold Weight - pair of birds
Ashanti gold weights are also named Mbramoo(sing. abramoo) measures:2" 1/2 h by 1' 3/4 W. This is an Ashanti gold weight. Used in the measuring of gold and gold dust, which was mined and panned in great quantities along the West Coast of Africa, hence the name Gold Coast. Gold was used in the Ashanti kingdom, now known as Ghana, in trading with outsiders, making personal adornments, and as an internal currency. Ashanti weights such as these have a variety of accoutrements such as boxes. Spoons and balances used to hold or measure out gold dust. A full kit would include boxes, spoons, balance and around forty weights; this was known as a futoo and carried wrapped together in cloth. The futoo would then be put into a leather container or wooden box, or if the owner was a wealthy man, a cast-brass kuduo box. These boxes, full of gold ... moredust, could be buried with their owners and dug up again if needed, or hidden in times of trouble. The weight itself is made of bronze or brass. Weights were cast using the lost-wax method which is still the best way of preserving fine modeling and detail. measures:2" 1/2 h by 1' 3/4 W THANKS
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Charming Ashanti Gold Weight of Man With Palm Wine Flask And Pipe, Goldweight
Ashanti Gold Weight of man carrying palm wine flask and pipe Dimensions Height- 6cm(2.4" Width- 1.7cm(0.6" Weight- 24g Normal 0 false false false EN-GB JA X-NONE This gold weight is from the Ashanti tribe who are part of the Akan tribe. During the 15 h century. Ghana was called the gold cost by the colonialists due to the sheer volume of gold that they encountered there. The dust of this precious mineral was weighed using‘gold’ weights, which were made from bronze, and brass or a mixture of both using the lost wax method. These weights were also known as‘Abrammo' It is thought that this method of weighing gold dates back to the first Sumerian and Mesopotamia traders. The Akan people used this method of weighing gold until 1896 when the colonist attempted to ban its use in an attempt to control commerce. The method used to create ... morethe weights ensured that each of them was individual. The artist often used the geometric symbols favoured by the Akan tribe. However in the later part of the 18 th and 19 th century figurative forms of people and animals began to appear. The gold weight for sale here features a man carrying a Palm wine flask on his head. Similar weight like this can be found in Tom Phillips book- AFRICAN GOLDWEIGHTS Miniature sculptures From Ghana 1400-1900. Page 70 to 78. It is a wonderfully casted gold weight. Grains Of Africa always endeavours to provide our customers with the highest degree of satisfaction. We pride ourselves on providing high quality items at reasonable prices. Please check our feedback and bid with confidence. Thank you for bidding. If you require further information please do not hesitate to contact us. Also please view the other items that Grains of Africa is has for auction. Please note that the above text and attached photos are all copyrighted to Grains of Africa. For further information please go to grainsofafrica.com
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Ghana (Ashanti) counter weight Bronze 12.3 grams for gold Neat! lotmay9704
We accept Pay-Pal This month we are offering a very large and diverse consignment of world coins and some notes. We do combine shipping: In the USA first item is $3.25 each additional item 40 cents and any invoice over $75.00 is shipped FREE! All other locations first item is $4.25 and each additional item is 40 cents any invoice over $75.00 is shipped FREE! We also insure many parcels with our private postal insurance(Shipsurance) to protect the value of shipments. Should a parcel go missing or be damaged you will be asked to certify the loss on a claim form and the full value of the insured shipment will be refunded. Please ensure that items won are paid for within 7 days(unless prior arrangements have been made) as items that remain unpaid will be re-listed for sale and the original sale will become void. For buyers who have won multiple ... moreitems. Please wait until invoice is sent or request a combined invoice so the correct S/H charges can be provided.
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ASHANTI AKAN LOVING COUPLE BRONZE GOLD WEIGHT
Ashanti merchants in Ghana. Formerly called the Gold Coast and the location of some of the world’s richest gold mines, used little brass geometric and figural sculptures known as“abramoo” to weigh gold dust and grains. Each figure. About 2" 51 mm) tall, was carefully modeled by hand in wax and then cast in brass using the“lost wax” process. The fired-clay mold was unavoidably destroyed in order to extract the metal figure. Although some themes are popular and repeated, no two sculptures can ever be exactly alike; this adorable statuette is a truly unique work of three-dimensional sculptural art! Ashanti/Akan. Ghana(Ex: Gold Coast) West Africa. Mid-20th Century FREE SHIPPING wherever you reside in any of the lower 48 states. Overseas buyer pays $8.95 shipping. Payment is expected within TWO DAYS and your shipment will be promptly mailed. ... moreYou'll be so completely satisfied with your delightful statuette that you’ll be pleased to rate our transaction with ALL FIVE STAR FEEDBACK. If you have any questions or concerns. Please contact me before bidding or leaving anything less than 100% feedback. Thank you for your interest and… good luck! Please be sure to add me to your and check out my! Images may be enlarged to provide greater detail. All rights reserved for all countries. Wood base is a display prop only; not included. No part of the contents of this page may be reproduced without prior written permission of the seller. Copyright © Rod Ro gers. 2013.
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African Antique Cast Bronze Ashanti Akan Gold Weight - tribal woman with a baby
Fine Ashanti Antique(circa late 1800s) Cast Bronze Gold weight. From the old private collection of the internationally celebrated artist and ardent Africanist. This is a rare. Museum quality authentic artifact(circa late 1800s) representing a tribal woman with a baby. The item is about 3 1/8" tall. In excellent antique condition. Ashanti gold weights are also named Mbramoo(sing. abramoo) This is an Ashanti gold weight. Used in the measuring of gold and gold dust, which was mined and panned in great quantities along the West Coast of Africa, hence the name Gold Coast. Gold was used in the Ashanti kingdom, now known as Ghana, in trading with outsiders, making personal adornments, and as an internal currency. Ashanti weights such as these have a variety of accoutrements such as boxes. Spoons and balances used to hold or measure out gold ... moredust. A full kit would include boxes, spoons, balance and around forty weights; this was known as a futoo and carried wrapped together in cloth. The futoo would then be put into a leather container or wooden box. Or if the owner was a wealthy man, a cast-brass kuduo box. These boxes, full of gold dust, could be buried with their owners and dug up again if needed, or hidden in times of trouble. The weight itself is made of bronze or brass. Which was obtained through trade in European imports from the late 15th century onwards. Weights were cast using the lost-wax method which is still the best way of preserving fine modeling and detail. A Short History of Ashanti Gold Weights The vast gold fields of Africa have produced not only great wealth. But have generated trade and art works. In Ashanti(present-day Ghana) A set of scales, and of brass weights for measuring out gold-dust, the local currency. Was a treasured item for everyone, and their neighbors, and the vast quantities of gold mined and panned within the Asante kingdom were used for trading with outsiders. For making regalia and personal adornment. And as an internal currency( McLeod 1981. 122) Not for nothing wa
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Fine Ashanti Ghana old Cast Bronze Gold Weight Figure of a Bird
Fine Ashanti old Cast Bronze Go ld wei ght The item is about 2" 1/ 2 tall. In excellent condition.representing a standing bird An old Akan- Asante gold-weight from the Gold Coast(Ghana) known as Islamic weights. The use of gold was limited in the past on the African continent. Due to the restrictions of Islam. In gold trading, Akan merchants used bronze figurines as gold weights, also known as mrammuo, these were figurative, either human figures or animal representations, or abstract designs- all were created using the lost-wax process Gold dust was used as exchange up until the time that Europeans introduced their currency; the gold trader's equipment also included scales. Tiny boxes, and brass spoons for the gold dust. Akan. Or Asante weights were calibrated and would correspond to a certain weight of the gold dust or gold metal ... morethat was being weighed. Calibration was possible in this case by the insertion of copper insets in the holes of the weight, these are not decorative but are rather intentional in order to adjust the ponderal value of the gold being weighed. Nice patina. Origin: Akan. Asante ethnic group- GHANA Materials: Bronze Condition details: Good with age and usage patina
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African Tribal Ashanti Antique Cast Bronze Gold Weight - Sankofa bird
For sale a African cast bronze gold weight. It is approx. 2.8" tall x 2.5" long. The bird has very nice original patina and is in excellent condition. The Sankofa bird appears among Ghanaian goldweights. This mythical bird is always shown with its head turned back toward its tail. It also occurs as a symbol among the Adinkra designs. Its name may be translated“go back and fetch it. meaning that one should learn from the past.
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ASHANTI AKAN- VINTAGE GOLD WEIGHT- MAN W/ PIPE AND GOURD - PRICE REDUCED 3/2013
THIS GOLD WEIGHT DEPICTS A MAN HOLDING PIPE IN HIS RIGHT HAND AND A GOURD ON HIS HEAD WITH THE LEFT. HE MEASURES 2 5/8 INCHES HIGH BY 1 3/4 WIDE. CRAFTED IN THE LOST WAX PROCESS AND COLLECTED MID-CENTURY BY A PEACE CORPS EMPLOYEE. I WILL COMBINE ITEMS AND ALSO REFUND EXCESS SHIPPING CHARGES FOR INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. Akan goldweights were used as a measuring system by the Akan people of West Africa. Particularly for weighing gold dust which was currency until replaced by paper money and coins. They are referred to locally as mrammou and the weights are made of brass and not gold. Used to weigh gold and merchandise. At first glance the goldweights look like miniature models of everyday objects. Based on the Islamic ounce. Each weight had a known measurement. This provided merchants with secure and fair-trade arrangements with one another. ... moreThe status of a man increased significantly if he owned a complete set of weights. Complete small sets of weights were gifts to newly wedded men. This insured that he would be able to enter the merchant trade respectably and successfully. Beyond their practical application, the weights are miniature representations of West African culture items such as adinkra symbols. Plants, animals and people. Meanings behind the weights Scholars use the weights. And the oral traditions behind the weights, to understand aspects of Akan culture that otherwise may have been lost. The weights represent stories. Riddles, and code of conducts that helped guide Akan peoples in the ways they live their lives. Central to Akan culture is the concern for equality and justice; it is rich in oral histories on this subject. Many weights symbolize significant and well-known stories. The weights were part of the Akan’s cultural reinforcement, expressing personal behavior codes, beliefs, and values in a medium that was assembled by many people. From Wikipedia. The free encyclopedia
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ASHANTI AKAN -VINTAGE GOLD WEIGHT-WOMAN WITH BOWL ON HEAD -PRICE REDUCED 3/2013
THIS GOLD WEIGHT DEPICTS A WOMAN HOLDING A BOWL ON HER HEAD WITH HER LEFT HAND AND HOLDING A WALKING STICK IN HER RIGHT. SHE MEASURES 2 1/2 INCHES HIGH BY 1 1/8 WIDE. CRAFTED IN THE LOST WAX PROCESS AND COLLECTED MID-CENTURY BY A PEACE CORPS EMPLOYEE. I WILL COMBINE ITEMS AND ALSO REFUND EXCESS SHIPPING CHARGES FOR INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. Akan goldweights were used as a measuring system by the Akan people of West Africa. Particularly for weighing gold dust which was currency until replaced by paper money and coins. They are referred to locally as mrammou and the weights are made of brass and not gold. Used to weigh gold and merchandise. At first glance the goldweights look like miniature models of everyday objects. Based on the Islamic ounce. Each weight had a known measurement. This provided merchants with secure and fair-trade arrangements ... morewith one another. The status of a man increased significantly if he owned a complete set of weights. Complete small sets of weights were gifts to newly wedded men. This insured that he would be able to enter the merchant trade respectably and successfully. Beyond their practical application, the weights are miniature representations of West African culture items such as adinkra symbols. Plants, animals and people. Meanings behind the weights Scholars use the weights. And the oral traditions behind the weights, to understand aspects of Akan culture that otherwise may have been lost. The weights represent stories. Riddles, and code of conducts that helped guide Akan peoples in the ways they live their lives. Central to Akan culture is the concern for equality and justice; it is rich in oral histories on this subject. Many weights symbolize significant and well-known stories. The weights were part of the Akan’s cultural reinforcement, expressing personal behavior codes, beliefs, and values in a medium that was assembled by many people. From Wikipedia. The free encyclopedia
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ASHANTI AKAN -VINTAGE GOLD WEIGHT-MAN W/ WALKING STICK ETC-PRICE REDUCED 3/2013
THIS GOLD WEIGHT DEPICTS A MAN HOLDING A BUNDLE OF STICKS ON HIS HEAD AND CARRYING A WALKING STICK IN HIS RIGHT. HE MEASURES 2 1/2 INCHES HIGH BY 1 1/8 WIDE. CRAFTED IN THE LOST WAX PROCESS AND COLLECTED MID-CENTURY BY A PEACE CORPS EMPLOYEE. I WILL COMBINE ITEMS AND ALSO REFUND EXCESS SHIPPING CHARGES FOR INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. Akan goldweights were used as a measuring system by the Akan people of West Africa. Particularly for weighing gold dust which was currency until replaced by paper money and coins. They are referred to locally as mrammou and the weights are made of brass and not gold. Used to weigh gold and merchandise. At first glance the goldweights look like miniature models of everyday objects. Based on the Islamic ounce. Each weight had a known measurement. This provided merchants with secure and fair-trade arrangements with ... moreone another. The status of a man increased significantly if he owned a complete set of weights. Complete small sets of weights were gifts to newly wedded men. This insured that he would be able to enter the merchant trade respectably and successfully. Beyond their practical application, the weights are miniature representations of West African culture items such as adinkra symbols. Plants, animals and people. Meanings behind the weights Scholars use the weights. And the oral traditions behind the weights, to understand aspects of Akan culture that otherwise may have been lost. The weights represent stories. Riddles, and code of conducts that helped guide Akan peoples in the ways they live their lives. Central to Akan culture is the concern for equality and justice; it is rich in oral histories on this subject. Many weights symbolize significant and well-known stories. The weights were part of the Akan’s cultural reinforcement, expressing personal behavior codes, beliefs, and values in a medium that was assembled by many people. From Wikipedia. The free encyclopedia
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ASHANTI AKAN - VINTAGE GOLD WEIGHT FROM GHANA, AFRICA - PRICE REDUCED 3/2013
THIS GOLD WEIGHT MEASURES 7/8 INCHES BY 9/8 BY 1/4 HIGH. THIS PIECE OF ETHNOGRAPHIC ART WAS CRAFTED IN THE LOST WAX PROCESS AND COLLECTED MID-CENTURY BY A PEACE CORPS EMPLOYEE. I WILL COMBINE ITEMS AND REFUND ANY EXCESS SHIPPING FEES FOR INTERNATIONAL BUYERS. Akan goldweights were used as a measuring system by the Akan people of West Africa. Particularly for weighing gold dust which was currency until replaced by paper money and coins. They are referred to locally as mrammou and the weights are made of brass and not gold. Used to weigh gold and merchandise. At first glance the goldweights look like miniature models of everyday objects. Based on the Islamic ounce. Each weight had a known measurement. This provided merchants with secure and fair-trade arrangements with one another. The status of a man increased significantly if he owned a complete ... moreset of weights. Complete small sets of weights were gifts to newly wedded men. This insured that he would be able to enter the merchant trade respectably and successfully. Beyond their practical application, the weights are miniature representations of West African culture items such as adinkra symbols. Plants, animals and people. Meanings behind the weights Scholars use the weights. And the oral traditions behind the weights, to understand aspects of Akan culture that otherwise may have been lost. The weights represent stories. Riddles, and code of conducts that helped guide Akan peoples in the ways they live their lives. Central to Akan culture is the concern for equality and justice; it is rich in oral histories on this subject. Many weights symbolize significant and well-known stories. The weights were part of the Akan’s cultural reinforcement, expressing personal behavior codes, beliefs, and values in a medium that was assembled by many people. From Wikipedia. The free encyclopedia
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ASHANTI AKAN VINTAGE GOLD WEIGHT -1 LEGGED FIGURE W/ BALL- PRICE REDUCED 3/2013
THIS GOLD WEIGHT DEPICTS A ONE LEGGED FIGURE HOLDING A BALL. GOURD OR COCONUT. IT MEASURES 1 3/4 INCHES HIGH BY 1 WIDE. CRAFTED IN THE LOST WAX PROCESS AND COLLECTED MID-CENTURY BY A PEACE CORPS EMPLOYEE. I WILL COMBINE ITEMS AND ALSO REFUND ANY EXCESS SHIPPING CHARGES FOR INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING AFTER SHIPPING HAS OCCURRED. Akan goldweights were used as a measuring system by the Akan people of West Africa. Particularly for weighing gold dust which was currency until replaced by paper money and coins. They are referred to locally as mrammou and the weights are made of brass and not gold. Used to weigh gold and merchandise. At first glance the goldweights look like miniature models of everyday objects. Based on the Islamic ounce. Each weight had a known measurement. This provided merchants with secure and fair-trade arrangements with one another. ... moreThe status of a man increased significantly if he owned a complete set of weights. Complete small sets of weights were gifts to newly wedded men. This insured that he would be able to enter the merchant trade respectably and successfully. Beyond their practical application, the weights are miniature representations of West African culture items such as adinkra symbols. Plants, animals and people. Meanings behind the weights Scholars use the weights. And the oral traditions behind the weights, to understand aspects of Akan culture that otherwise may have been lost. The weights represent stories. Riddles, and code of conducts that helped guide Akan peoples in the ways they live their lives. Central to Akan culture is the concern for equality and justice; it is rich in oral histories on this subject. Many weights symbolize significant and well-known stories. The weights were part of the Akan’s cultural reinforcement, expressing personal behavior codes, beliefs, and values in a medium that was assembled by many people. From Wikipedia. The free encyclopedia
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ASHANTI AKAN- VINTAGE GOLD WEIGHT - FIGURE ILL/COUGHING - PRICE REDUCED 3/13
THIS GOLD WEIGHT DEPICTS A FIGURE HOLDING THE ABDOMEN AND THE MOUTH- RESPONDING TO ILLNESS/PAIN? THERE IS AN UNIDENTIFIABLE MASS BETWEEN THE LEGS. IT MEASURES 2 1/8 INCHES HIGH BY 1 1/4 WIDE. CRAFTED IN THE LOST WAX PROCESS AND COLLECTED MID-CENTURY BY A PEACE CORPS EMPLOYEE. I WILL COMBINE ITEMS AND ALSO REFUND EXCESS SHIPPING CHARGES FOR INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. Akan goldweights were used as a measuring system by the Akan people of West Africa. Particularly for weighing gold dust which was currency until replaced by paper money and coins. They are referred to locally as mrammou and the weights are made of brass and not gold. Used to weigh gold and merchandise. At first glance the goldweights look like miniature models of everyday objects. Based on the Islamic ounce. Each weight had a known measurement. This provided merchants with secure ... moreand fair-trade arrangements with one another. The status of a man increased significantly if he owned a complete set of weights. Complete small sets of weights were gifts to newly wedded men. This insured that he would be able to enter the merchant trade respectably and successfully. Beyond their practical application, the weights are miniature representations of West African culture items such as adinkra symbols. Plants, animals and people. Meanings behind the weights Scholars use the weights. And the oral traditions behind the weights, to understand aspects of Akan culture that otherwise may have been lost. The weights represent stories. Riddles, and code of conducts that helped guide Akan peoples in the ways they live their lives. Central to Akan culture is the concern for equality and justice; it is rich in oral histories on this subject. Many weights symbolize significant and well-known stories. The weights were part of the Akan’s cultural reinforcement, expressing personal behavior codes, beliefs, and values in a medium that was assembled by many people. From Wikipedia. The free encyclopedia
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ASHANTI AKAN -VINTAGE GOLD WEIGHT-PRISONER, HANDS ON HEAD- PRICE REDUCED 3/2013
THIS GOLD WEIGHT DEPICTS A MAN WITH HIS HANDS ON HIS HEAD HE MEASURES 2 1/4 INCHES HIGH BY 1 1/2 WIDE. CRAFTED IN THE LOST WAX PROCESS AND COLLECTED MID-CENTURY BY A PEACE CORPS EMPLOYEE. I WILL COMBINE ITEMS AND ALSO REFUND EXCESS SHIPPING CHARGES FOR INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. Akan goldweights were used as a measuring system by the Akan people of West Africa. Particularly for weighing gold dust which was currency until replaced by paper money and coins. They are referred to locally as mrammou and the weights are made of brass and not gold. Used to weigh gold and merchandise. At first glance the goldweights look like miniature models of everyday objects. Based on the Islamic ounce. Each weight had a known measurement. This provided merchants with secure and fair-trade arrangements with one another. The status of a man increased significantly ... moreif he owned a complete set of weights. Complete small sets of weights were gifts to newly wedded men. This insured that he would be able to enter the merchant trade respectably and successfully. Beyond their practical application, the weights are miniature representations of West African culture items such as adinkra symbols. Plants, animals and people. Meanings behind the weights Scholars use the weights. And the oral traditions behind the weights, to understand aspects of Akan culture that otherwise may have been lost. The weights represent stories. Riddles, and code of conducts that helped guide Akan peoples in the ways they live their lives. Central to Akan culture is the concern for equality and justice; it is rich in oral histories on this subject. Many weights symbolize significant and well-known stories. The weights were part of the Akan’s cultural reinforcement, expressing personal behavior codes, beliefs, and values in a medium that was assembled by many people. From Wikipedia. The free encyclopedia
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ASHANTI AKAN - VINTAGE GOLD WEIGHT - FIGURE HOLDING HEAD - PRICE REDUCED 3/13
THIS GOLD WEIGHT DEPICTS A MAN HOLDING HIS HEAD- RESPONDING TO ILLNESS/PAIN? HE MEASURES 2 INCHES HIGH BY 7/8 WIDE. CRAFTED IN THE LOST WAX PROCESS AND COLLECTED MID-CENTURY BY A PEACE CORPS EMPLOYEE. I WILL COMBINE ITEMS AND ALSO REFUND ANY EXCESS SHIPPING CHARGES FOR INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING AFTER SHIPPING HAS OCCURRED. Akan goldweights were used as a measuring system by the Akan people of West Africa. Particularly for weighing gold dust which was currency until replaced by paper money and coins. They are referred to locally as mrammou and the weights are made of brass and not gold. Used to weigh gold and merchandise. At first glance the goldweights look like miniature models of everyday objects. Based on the Islamic ounce. Each weight had a known measurement. This provided merchants with secure and fair-trade arrangements with one another. ... moreThe status of a man increased significantly if he owned a complete set of weights. Complete small sets of weights were gifts to newly wedded men. This insured that he would be able to enter the merchant trade respectably and successfully. Beyond their practical application, the weights are miniature representations of West African culture items such as adinkra symbols. Plants, animals and people. Meanings behind the weights Scholars use the weights. And the oral traditions behind the weights, to understand aspects of Akan culture that otherwise may have been lost. The weights represent stories. Riddles, and code of conducts that helped guide Akan peoples in the ways they live their lives. Central to Akan culture is the concern for equality and justice; it is rich in oral histories on this subject. Many weights symbolize significant and well-known stories. The weights were part of the Akan’s cultural reinforcement, expressing personal behavior codes, beliefs, and values in a medium that was assembled by many people. From Wikipedia. The free encyclopedia
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2 VINTAGE ASHANTI AKAN AFRICAN BRONZE EROTIC COUPLES GOLD WEIGHT
Hello. I am offering these vintage Ashanti African figural bronze sculptures known as“abramoo” used to weigh gold dust and grains. The taller measures 2 1/2" high. The other 2" high. Thanks, Craig
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