An Akan Gold Scorpion Ring (Mpetea)
An Akan Gold Scorpion Ring (Mpetea)
West Africa, Circa 20th Century A.D.
Ring size 8 1/2; Acid test indicates 14k gold; 20.5 dwt.
Antiquities & Ancient Art Intact. Inspected under UV light and 10x loupe, no obvious restorations. Losses to the inside of the scorpion's tale. Two holes just above the proper back right leg. Minor scratches and surface wear throughout. Slight areas of oxidization inside the body of the ring. Overall in attractive and stable condition.
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An Akan Gold Scorpion Ring (Mpetea)
West Africa, Circa 20th Century A.D.
Ring size 8 1/2; Acid test indicates 14k gold; 20.5 dwt.
Antiquities & Ancient Art Intact. Inspected under UV light and 10x loupe, no obvious restorations. Losses to the inside of the scorpion's tale. Two holes just above the proper back right leg. Minor scratches and surface wear throughout. Slight areas of oxidization inside the body of the ring. Overall in attractive and stable condition.
