Bidspirit auction | Asante Tortoise Court Regalia Gilt

Asante Tortoise Court Regalia Gilt Ring, 29 Grams - West Africa, Ghana and Cote d'Ivoire, Akan Cultures, Asante peoples. Unusual twisted band for the ring and a cast tortoise attached to the top with detailing to the shell. For additional information on Asante gold finger rings and similar examples see (Gold of the Akan from the Glassell Collection, pg. 168-185). Ring finger size (US 8.25), weight 29 grams, probably low kt or plated. Size 1” W x 1 1/8” 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.