Metals/Ghana
The Republic of Ghana is a country in West Africa. The word Ghana means "Warrior King," and their metal work jewelry reflects their proud heritage.
Antique Ghana Ear Plugs 18k Gold
MAKG1834
Lightweight cast 18K ear plugs from the Ashanti tribe in Ghana, with holes going across each direction for embellishment. 4 gauge at center, 0 gauge to insert, over 100 years old, extremely rare! Sorry, no discount on this item.
1 in stock
Large 18kt Old Gold Bead from Ghana
MGHA2310
Very rare 11.7 gram gold bead from Ghana. Beautifully detailed, large 18kt bead; 30mm long x 20mm wide x 16mm thick. Around 100 years old and very rare in this condition! Image shows four different views of this singularly unusual bead. No 15% Discount on this item.
1 in stock
Brass Elbow Beads
MGHA2302ST
BACK IN STOCK. Strand of elbow-shaped cast brass beads from Ghana, new. 24 beads per strand, beads are 25mm long.
5 in stock
Bag of African Metal Beads
BAGOBEADSAFRICAN1002
New! Ruth as assembled a wonderful African Metals Mix grab bag of beads! Base metal silver, copper & brass beads (and sometimes buttons) from Mali, Ghana, Nigeria and Ethiopia. No two bags are alike! Photo shows the contents of two such 3 × 3" bags! This is a wonderful, discounted way to stock up on fun metals beads for all sorts of projects! NOT RETURNABLE.
16 in stock
Brass Toad Fetish/Pendant from Ghana
MGHA2313_B
Cast brass fetish newly created from Ghana. Each cute toad pendant varies slightly; approximately 26mm long x 15m tall with a 4mm loop for stringing. SOLD SEPARATELY, not in a group of three.
3 in stock
Brass Crocodile Fetish/Pendant from Ghana
MGHA2313_D
BACK IN STOCK! Newly cast brass crocodile/lizard fetish from Ghana. Each of these wonderful pendants is similar but unique; measuring approximately 44mm long x 17mm wide with 3mm loop for stringing. SOLD SEPARATELY, not as a group of three.
5 in stock
Red "Elbow" Glass Beads w/round white and blue beads, Strand
GTBAFR3560STB
28" strand of funky, red glass "elbow" beads also called "noodle" beads, circa 1930s Czech; traded in Ghana. Elbow beads measure approx. Assorted sizes: 30-35mm long x 6-7mm wide with large 3mm hole.
3 in stock
Brass Face Pendant from Ghana
MGHA2313_F
Small, newly cast brass fetish/pendant of a stylized face. 18mm x 14mm witha 3mm loop. Made in Ghana. SOLD SEPARATELY, not in a group of three.
3 in stock
Brass Lizard Fetish from Ghana
MGHA2313_E
Funky flattened brass lizard (?) fetish pendant from Ghana. 38mm x 20mm with 3mm loop. Newly cast. SOLD SEPARATELY, not in a group of three.
3 in stock
Brass Fish Fetish/Pendant from Ghana
MGHA2313_A
Cast brass fetish newly created from Ghana. Each cute fish pendant varies slightly; approximately 40-42mm long with a 4mm loop for stringing. SOLD SEPARATELY, not in a group of three.
4 in stock
Brass Spider Fetish/Pendant from Ghana
MGHA2313_C
Cast brass fetish newly created from Ghana. Each cute spider pendant varies slightly; approximately 28mm long x 8m tall with a 4mm loop for stringing. SOLD SEPARATELY, not in a group of three.
3 in stock
Recycled Glass Sand Beads from Ghana
GTBAFR3723st
Newly made, recycled glass "sand beads" from Kumasi, Ghana. These are imitating antique Venetian trade beads in colorful patterns – some cylindrical and elbow shapes. Beads average 10mm-24mm x 12mm with 2mm holes. Photo shows numerous strands rolled up to show the many kinds of beads on each 36" strand (each one different). SOLD BY SEPARATE STRAND.
9 in stock
Coconut Shell Beads from Ghana
WOOD1005ST
Tired of Vinyl Disc Beads??? Try the original stuff! 25" strand of flat disc-shaped beads made from coconut shell in Ghana. 20mm diameter x 1mm thick. We also have other sizes in stock, just click the link "wood" below.
2 in stock
Mixed Strand of New Glass Beads from Ghana
GTBAFR3649st
26" strand of new African trade beads made in Ghana. Each strand has roughly a similar combination of over 10 different styles of glass beads. Beads average 14mm x 12mm with 2mm holes. A great buy! Photo shows ten strands of these beads; sold by 26" single strand only, approximately 75 beads per strand.
11 in stock
Brass/Bronze Cross Beads from Ghana
MGHA2309
Brass/bronze cross-shaped beads from Ghana. Made by technique known as Lost Wax casting , each bead is roughly 30mm in diameter x 11mm thick. Some crosses may have shorter "arms" than others. Some green patina may be on a few as well. SOLD SEPARATELY not as a strand.
15 in stock
New Sand Akrobo Beads from Ghana
GTBAFR3720st
22" strand of newly made dark green and yellow sand-cast akrobo beads from Ghana. Opaque tube-shaped beads with yellow and red dots and white star bursts. A fun bead, and an inexpensive strand for any project.
3 in stock
Blue Sand Beads from Ghana
GTBAFR3719st
22" strand of newly made blue sand-cast akrobo beads from Ghana. Translucent blue glass with yellow and white designs and two "eyes" per bead.
2 in stock
Strand of Venetian "Tic-Tac-Toe" Glass Trade Bead
GTBAFR3710st
Highly prized among collectors for its unique and fun design, this Venetian-made glass bead was made to be traded in Ghana in the 1880’s. Brick red with black eyes and that irresistible "tic-tac-toe" pattern! Average size is 18mm long x 12mm diameter with a 2.5mm hole for stringing. Also available as a single bead. 40+ beads per strand. Beads are in very good to excellent condition.
2 in stock
Famous "Tic-Tac-Toe" Venetian Trade Bead!
GTBAFR3610
Highly prized among collectors for its unique and fun design, this Venetian-made glass bead was made to be traded in Ghana in the 1880’s. Brick red with black eyes and that irresistible "tic-tac’toe" pattern! Average size is 18mm long x 12mm diameter with a 2.5mm hole for stringing. Also available as a strand. Photo shows four beads and their slight pattern design; SOLD SEPARATELY not in a group of four.
9 in stock
Brass Basket Bead from Ghana
MGHA2312
Delightful, hand-cast (using the "lost wax method") brass basket beads from Ghana. These are newly fashioned beads which measure approx.24mm hole to hole x 26mm wide (with a 3mm hole). These beads are sold separately, photo shows the variety typical to this type of cast bead; not sold in pairs or sets.
33 in stock