Brea, California, United States
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Auction featuring a wide selection of fine antique firearms, edged weapons and armour as well as ancient pieces, jewelry, Asian and ethnographic art.
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LOT 160:
Asante Royal Chief's Gold Ring (14k-18k, 31g)
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Start price:
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1,800
Estimated price :
$3,000 - $5,000
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Asante Royal Chief's Gold Ring (14k-18k, 31g)
West Africa, Ghana and Cote d'Ivoire, Akan Cultures, Asante peoples mid to early 20th century. Fine large finger ring cast with a series of ribbed decorations. For additional information on Asante gold Finger rings and similar examples see (Gold of the Akan from the Glassell Collection, pg. 168-185) Note; Acid tested at 18k with light dissolving probably closer to 16k, weight 31 grams. Size 1" W (US Ring Size 5.5)
Family collection of an esteemed diplomat and ambassador amassed during travel and work circa 1960-1990s in the medical field providing charitable advanced medical care throughout the African continent and internationally.
