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2006.80.41

Rectangular gold weight decorated with a geometric design on the upper surface and a concave underside.

2006.80.41

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Collection type
Object
Description
Rectangular gold weight decorated with a geometric design on the upper surface and a concave underside.
Geographical reference
Ghana
Africa > Western Africa > Ghana
Ashanti
Cultural groups
Asante
Person
Field collector Hamo Sassoon
PRM source Meredith Sassoon
Date
Acquisition information
Donated: 14/10/2005
Materials and processes
Material Brass Metal, Process Cast
Dimensions
Width: max 20 mm, Length: max 22 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 2006.80.41

Search terms: Measurement, Gold Weight, Measuring Device

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