Asante Frog Mpetea (Chief's Ring) - Gold-Plated
Asante Frog Mpetea (Chief's Ring) - Gold-Plated
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$174.95 USD
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Chief's ring or "mpetea" featuring a frog. Original - 19th century Ghana, from Akan / Ashanti / Asante culture. Replica is 3d printed, cast and hand-finished in the USA.⠀
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Frogs were a common theme and associated with royalty. The use of the animal is associated with the proverb "A frog's length is only apparent after death" - implying that the chiefs leadership and contributions are more prominent after their reign.⠀
Please allow 3-4 weeks production time.