Bidspirit auction | Asante Chief's Gold Ring, 14k

Asante Chief's Gold Ring, 14k Gold (10Grams) - West Africa, Ghana and Cote d'Ivoire, Akan Cultures, Asante peoples. Fine gold ring in a large casting of solid gold with ornate raised detailing to exterior. For additional information on Asante gold finger rings and similar examples see (Gold of the Akan from the Glassell Collection, pg. 168-185). This ring has been scratch tested and showed no dissolution at 14k with complete dissolution at 18k indicating likely 14k or above. Ring finger size (US 6.5)Weight (10 grams). Size 1” W x 1” H 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. Condition: very good