Beautiful Ashanti (Asante) Ring – Crocodile – Ghana

Brass. Weight 37.9 g (1.34 oz). Inner diameter 21.4 mm ( 0.84″ ). US size 12.

Ashanti metalwork—particularly in brass and gold—often incorporates animal imagery associated with strength, wisdom, authority, and spiritual protection. The crocodile, frequently represented in Ashanti art, is a symbol of adaptability, power, and the connection between the physical and spiritual worlds, reflecting the importance of nature and proverbs in Ashanti culture.

This ring stands as a strong example of Ashanti symbolic craftsmanship, combining bold form with cultural meaning rooted in tradition.

The Ashanti (or Asante) are one of the most influential Akan peoples of southern Ghana, historically known for their powerful centralized kingdom, which flourished from the late 17th century. The Ashanti Empire was renowned for its sophisticated political organization, rich artistic traditions, and extensive gold resources, which played a central role in both its economy and symbolic system.

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