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Vintage Asante African Gold Dust Box Artifact

Name: Vintage Asante African Gold Dust Box Artifact
Price: 85 USD
Availability: InStock

$85

Africa Direct

Denver, CO

Description: The small lidded brass box represents an intricate blend of artistry and commerce from centuries past, echoing the era when … more The small lidded brass box represents an intricate blend of artistry and commerce from centuries past, echoing the era when gold stood at the heart of global trade along the West African Coast. Though not made of gold themselves, these boxes, along with sculpted brass weights, played a pivotal role in the exchange of gold dust, the currency of the Asante, Fante, Baule, and other Akan peoples in Ghana until the late 19th century. Gold, known as "sika," was measured on scales called "nsania" using these finely crafted weights called abrammo. These weights varied from geometric patterns to elaborate figurative designs, cast using the lost-wax technique, serving not only to facilitate trade but also to embody Akan cultural values and proverbs. These boxes were invaluable, providing a secure storage space for gold dust, essential for both sellers and buyers participating in trade. less

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Denver, CO

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