{"product_id":"akofena-adinkra-crossed-swords-brass-pendant-ghana","title":"Oversized Adinkrahene Akofena Brass Statement Pendant – Handcrafted in Ghana","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCommand the composition with an \u003cstrong\u003eOversized Akofena Adinkra Brass Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e, handcrafted in Ghana for designers seeking scale, cultural specificity, and strong material presence. The pendant centers a raised crossed-swords motif within a triangular openwork lattice, framed by large concentric spiral discs and smaller circular elements.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe open lattice construction gives this variation a noticeably different visual character from solid-background Akofena designs. Negative space allows the crossed swords to remain immediately visible while the surrounding spiral forms establish rhythm across the substantial triangular silhouette. A broad textured bail reinforces the pendant's statement scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAkofena\u003c\/strong\u003e—a name associated with the sword—is represented through crossed swords and belongs to the wider visual vocabulary of Akan and Ghanaian Adinkra. Akan swords have documented connections to regalia, authority, allegiance, and political office. The Metropolitan Museum of Art describes \u003cem\u003eafena\u003c\/em\u003e state swords as important Akan royal regalia, while Smithsonian material documents weapon imagery in Adinkra as communicating power, authority, responsibility, and military prowess. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor jewelry designers, brands, galleries, museum-oriented retail, cultural organizations, and wholesale buyers, this pendant offers more than generic brass ornamentation. Its identifiable Akofena motif, Ghanaian provenance, oversized format, large bail, and openwork construction make it particularly effective as the central component of statement necklaces, mixed-material collections, and culturally documented displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePRODUCT DETAILS\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable dir=\"auto\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eProduct Attribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOversized Akofena Adinkra Brass Pendant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdinkra Symbol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAkofena\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiteral \/ Primary Reference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSword \/ state sword; represented here by crossed swords\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAfrican Brass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGhana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAkan \/ Ghanaian Adinkra tradition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique \/ Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandcrafted Ghanaian brasswork; exact casting process requires merchant verification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape \/ Form\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOversized triangular openwork pendant with central crossed-swords motif, lattice field, and concentric spiral discs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Family\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass \/ Gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm golden-brass tone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTextured, hand-finished brass surface; not represented as highly polished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Overall Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e118–120 mm × 118–120 mm × 132–137 mm as supplied; dimensional labels require verification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Dimensions in Inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.65–4.72 in × 4.65–4.72 in × 5.20–5.39 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.3–5.6 mm \/ 0.21–0.22 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRing \/ Bail Hole Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 20–21.5 mm \/ 0.79–0.85 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pendant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Hole \/ Bail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWholesale Availability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWholesale-friendly; current inventory and commercial terms require store data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCULTURAL \u0026amp; MATERIAL NOTE\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAkofena — Swords, Authority \u0026amp; Courage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional \/ Cultural Meaning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAkofena refers to the sword and is conventionally represented through crossed swords. Swords occupy an important place within Akan material and political culture. The Metropolitan Museum documents \u003cem\u003eafena\u003c\/em\u003e as significant Akan royal regalia and notes their use in contexts involving rulers, allegiance, processions, and political office.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eGhanaian Brass Craftsmanship\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe pendant demonstrates contemporary Ghanaian metalworking through its dimensional swords, lattice construction, concentric spiral elements, textured bail, and hand-finished surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eLost-wax casting has a well-documented history in Akan metalworking; Smithsonian collection records, for example, document individually lost-wax-cast Akan metal weights. That evidence establishes the broader technical tradition but does \u003cstrong\u003enot by itself prove the manufacturing method of this specific contemporary pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e. Confirm the production method with the supplier or artisan before labeling this individual product “lost-wax cast.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHANDMADE VARIATION NOTICE\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBecause this pendant is handcrafted, individual pieces may show natural variation in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoverall shape and alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edimensions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebrass tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esurface texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elattice spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecrossed-sword detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econcentric spiral formation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efinishing marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eedge characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebail shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebail-opening dimensions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThese differences are expected in handcrafted production and should be considered when purchasing multiples for coordinated collections. Individual irregularities should not automatically be treated as proof of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that product colors and sizes may vary slightly due to their handmade nature. Don’t Eat! Our Beads are not edible and should be kept out of reach of children.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCARE \u0026amp; HANDLING\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eKeep the pendant dry when practical and wipe it gently with a clean, soft cloth after handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eStore away from prolonged moisture, abrasive surfaces, and chemicals that may alter the brass. Natural brass may gradually develop patina or changes in surface tone through exposure to air, humidity, skin oils, and environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAvoid harsh chemical cleaners unless specifically suitable for brass and first tested cautiously on an inconspicuous area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNo lacquer, protective coating, plating, or other surface treatment has been provided in the product data; therefore, none is assumed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor wearable applications, select cords, chains, connectors, and closures appropriate to the pendant's actual measured weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aadampo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49065983869118,"sku":"AAD-00000528","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/0047\/9166\/files\/akofena-adinkra-symbol-brass-pendant-ghana.jpg?v=1789780905","url":"https:\/\/aadampo.com\/products\/akofena-adinkra-crossed-swords-brass-pendant-ghana","provider":"Aadampo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}