Handmade African Brass Beads from Ghana – Lost Wax Technique, 22 ¾"

This beautiful matching strand of handmade brass beads is crafted by the people of Ashanti in Ghana, West Africa, using the ancient lost wax technique. Each bead is meticulously formed by hand, ensuring that no two are exactly alike. A mold is created for every bead, and to extract the bead, the mold is destroyed, making every bead unique and authentic.

• Strand length: 22 ¾" (58 cm) – measured from bead to bead
• Bead size: 37-40 mm in length, 10 mm in diameter

These intricate brass beads are made by highly skilled artisans, preserving centuries-old traditions. YOUR STRAND WILL BE IDENTICAL TO THE STRAND SHOWN IN THE PHOTOGRAPH (GIVEN NORMAL VARIATION SINCE THESE BEADS ARE ALL COMPLETELY HANDMADE).

The lost wax technique, used for centuries in West Africa, involves sculpting each bead from wax, then coating the wax mold in clay. Once the clay hardens, the wax is melted away, leaving behind a hollow space that is then filled with molten brass. The mold is broken to reveal the finished bead. This traditional method has been passed down for generations, embodying the history and cultural values of the Ashanti people. Brass beads like these have held spiritual and economic significance in Ghana, symbolizing wealth, status, and power.

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