Bidspirit auction | Asante Gold ”Bird” Ring

Asante Gold ”Bird” Ring - West Africa, Ghana and Cote d'Ivoire, Akan Cultures, Asante peoples mid to early 20th century. Lost wax casting of a bird over a nest or resting. For additional information on Asante gold Finger rings and similar examples see (Gold of the Akan from the Glassell Collection, pg. 168-185). Acid tested at 10k gold and mostly dissolved indicating very low Kt gold content or heavily plated. Weight 26 grams. Size 3/4” W, bird 1 1/2” 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. Condition: misshapen from time and use, some loss, surface wear