Weights (7) - Ghana - 1970-1980

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A set of seven brass West African weights and hangers from the Akan people of Ghana, dating to 1970–1980, in good used condition with small signs of aging and spots; whale weight measures 8x3x5.5 cm, figure with child is 8 cm high, small figure 5 cm, and the hangers are 3–4 cm.

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Figurative brass gold weights and brass pendants from West Africa, Akan people. They were used to weigh gold. Whale weight is 8x3x5.5 cm. Figure with child is 8 cm tall. Small figure is 5 cm. Pendants are between 3 and 4 cm in size.

Figurative brass gold weights and brass pendants from West Africa, Akan people. They were used to weigh gold. Whale weight is 8x3x5.5 cm. Figure with child is 8 cm tall. Small figure is 5 cm. Pendants are between 3 and 4 cm in size.

Details

Era
1900-2000
No. of items
7
Country of Origin
Ghana
Material
Brass
Ethnic group/culture
Akan
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
8.5 cm
Width
8.5 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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