Asante Ghana Gold Dust Spoon #1171

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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, Africa
  • Good condition
  • Ethnic group: Akan
  • Materials: Brass/Copper
  • Weight: 21 grams
  • Dimensions: 4.7 x 15 cm
  • Amount (in stock): 1
  • Damage: See pictures


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