Bidspirit auction | Asante Gold 'Scorpion' Ring, (14-18k,

Asante Gold 'Scorpion' Ring, (14-18k, 25grams) - West Africa, Ghana and Cote d'Ivoire, Akan Cultures, Asante or more probably Baule peoples 19th-20th century. Exceptional gold ring in Scorpion form with nice weight and well formed detailing two claws to the front with a small set of beady eyes. The body with a series of linear and banded decoration representing a layered exoskeleton and a bid bi-furcated scorpion tail turned up. This ring was acid tested as 14-18k. The surface appears to have plating as well although testing was consistent with this range. Size ring 3/4” W, scorpion 2” L 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.