Description
Gold dust spoons were used by the Akan people in Ghana and other parts of West-Africa. They were used to weigh gold dust which was used for daily transactions before coins and money were invented.
Provenance: Private collection. F.d.G in NL / Tribal Art Treasures
Specifications
- Origin: Ghana
- Excellent condition
- Ethnic group: Ashanti/Akan
- Weight: 15 grams
- Dimensions: 2.6 x 15 cm
- Amount (in stock): 1
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