{"product_id":"oversized-african-brass-star-bead-ghana","title":"Oversized African Ashanti Brass Star Bead | Ghana Statement Focal Bead","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eRhythmic spirals. Sculptural scale. Distinctive Ghanaian craftsmanship. Five-Point Star • Spiral Medallion Detail • Oversized 3\" Scale • Ashanti Artisan Brass\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate jewelry with unmistakable presence using this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOversized African Ashanti Brass Star Bead\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, handcrafted by Ashanti artisans in Ghana using the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etraditional lost-wax casting technique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3-inch sculptural star form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e immediately establishes this piece as a statement-scale jewelry component. Five substantial tapered points radiate outward from the center, each enriched with closely spaced linear ribbing that emphasizes the dimensional construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the center, a cluster of raised \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003espiral medallions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e introduces contrasting circular movement and intricate surface detail. Open spaces between portions of the design reveal the bead's handcrafted construction and create additional visual depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5–8 mm stringing hole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides flexibility for compatible larger cords, fibers, and mixed-media materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse one bead as the focal point of a dramatic necklace or incorporate it into wearable art, mixed-media compositions, collectible designs, fashion accessories, or limited-edition jewelry collections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts warm artisan brass character pairs beautifully with colorful African glass beads, African trade beads, smaller Ashanti brass components, leather, fiber, wood, and other natural materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach piece is individually artisan made. Variations in dimensions, casting, ribbing, spiral formation, openwork, brass coloration, surface texture, and finish contribute to the individual character of the bead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oversized Ashanti Brass Star Bead\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e African Brass Focal Bead\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Five-Point Star\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign Detail:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spiral Medallions \/ Ribbed Texture \/ Openwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ghana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ashanti Region, Ghana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultural Group:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ashanti (Asante), Ghana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtisan Technique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Traditional Lost-Wax Casting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBead Shape:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Star\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3 in (76.2 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHole Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 5–8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity \/ Pieces Included:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 bead\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor Family:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Metallic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary Color:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Textured Artisan Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oversized \/ Statement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary Use:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Focal Bead \/ Statement Jewelry Component\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 oversized Ashanti brass star bead\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3 in (76.2 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Hole Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5–8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 bead\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach bead is individually artisan made. Natural variations in size, star formation, ribbing, spiral medallions, openwork, casting marks, surface texture, brass coloration, patina, and finish should be expected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese variations contribute to the distinctive character of traditional artisan production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCULTURAL \u0026amp; ARTISAN CONTEXT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAshanti Brass Craftsmanship • Traditional Lost-Wax Casting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis oversized brass star bead reflects the skilled metalworking traditions associated with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAshanti (Asante) artisans in Ghana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe piece is handcrafted using the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etraditional lost-wax casting technique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a longstanding metalworking process used by Ghanaian artisans to create complex brass forms and richly detailed surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design is first developed in wax and incorporated into a mold. During casting, heating removes the wax, leaving a cavity into which molten metal is introduced. After the metal cools, the mold is broken away and the resulting brass piece is individually finished by the artisan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause this process involves individually forming and casting each piece, subtle differences can occur in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edimensions, star formation, spiral details, ribbing, openings, casting marks, surface texture, brass coloration, and finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese variations are part of the material evidence of artisan production rather than the mechanical uniformity associated with mass manufacturing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Sculptural Star Form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bead is organized around a bold \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efive-point star silhouette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Closely spaced ribbed lines follow the individual points, emphasizing their dimensional form, while clustered spiral medallions create a contrasting circular composition at the center.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe interaction between the angular star silhouette, circular spiral elements, linear ribbing, and open negative spaces gives this bead its distinctive sculptural identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResponsible Cultural Representation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAadampo describes the star and spiral elements according to their \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eobservable visual form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnless supported by reliable documentation specific to this artisan design, we do not assign the star or spiral motifs an Adinkra identity or claim a particular spiritual, religious, ceremonial, or symbolic meaning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstead, the product's cultural story is grounded in what can responsibly be represented: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGhanaian provenance, Ashanti artisan craftsmanship, traditional lost-wax casting, and the visible design characteristics of the bead itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough this approach, Aadampo honors \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCulture • Connection • Creativity • Community\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e while giving designers, collectors, educators, galleries, museum buyers, and wholesale customers meaningful information about the people, place, process, and craftsmanship behind the material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAADAMPO DESIGNER RECOMMENDATION™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLet the Star Become the Statement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this bead requires very little competition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse it as the central focal point of a statement necklace and build outward with smaller \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKrobo glass beads, Ashanti brass spacers, African trade beads, or restrained natural materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design already combines angular geometry, spiral movement, ribbed texture, and openwork. Supporting it with simpler round, rondelle, disc, or short-tube beads can create a more sophisticated composition while preserving the star as the visual anchor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a contemporary direction, experiment with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eleather, substantial textile cord, fiber, or other compatible materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e suited to the approximately 5–8 mm hole.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor jewelry brands, consider this piece for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehero necklaces, runway-scale accessories, wearable art, limited editions, editorial collections, and statement pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e where a single artisan component establishes the collection's identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHANDCRAFTED CHARACTER\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividuality Is Part of the Craft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional artisan production means individual beads should not be expected to be precisely identical.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural variations may occur in:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShape • Dimensions • Star Formation • Spiral Medallions • Ribbing • Openwork • Casting Marks • Surface Texture • Brass Tone • Patina • Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese characteristics contribute to the bead's handcrafted identity and should not automatically be interpreted as manufacturing defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHOLESALE \u0026amp; DESIGNER SOURCING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis oversized star bead offers professional designers and jewelry brands a distinctive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfrican brass statement component\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for hero necklaces, wearable art, capsule collections, limited editions, editorial jewelry, and mixed-media designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWholesale buyers sourcing multiple pieces should expect natural variation between individual beads and artisan production batches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aadampo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48714340008126,"sku":"AAD-00000505","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/0047\/9166\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_8461dc42-7ceb-4ba4-9b36-be04739e5752.jpg?v=1786685183","url":"https:\/\/aadampo.com\/products\/oversized-african-brass-star-bead-ghana","provider":"Aadampo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}