Ashanti Manhyia Cuff | Handmade Bronze or Gold Plated — 8cm Adjustable

Royal Heritage on Your Wrist — The Ashanti Manhyia Cuff

The Ashanti Manhyia Cuff by Dear Katiopae is a handcrafted statement cuff rooted in the royal traditions of West Africa — available in your choice of warm Bronze or elevated Gold Plated finish.

Named after Manhyia — the palace of the Ashanti King (the Asantehene) in Kumasi, Ghana — and inspired by the cultural heritage of the Ashanti of Ghana, the Akan, and the Baoulé of Ivory Coast, this cuff brings royal West African artisan tradition to your everyday wear.

✋ Handmade in Ghana — Ancient Lost Wax Technique

Every Ashanti Manhyia Cuff is individually hand-cast by skilled artisans in Ghana using the lost wax (cire perdue) technique — one of the world’s oldest and most respected metalworking methods. Sculpted, cast, and finished entirely by hand. No two cuffs are exactly alike.

✨ Choose Your Finish

🟤 Bronze: The raw, warm finish of traditional West African goldsmithing — earthy, authentic, and rich with artisan character. For those who want the natural beauty of the material to speak.

✨ Gold Plated: The elevated luxury finish — all the artisan craft of the lost wax technique, with a radiant gold surface. For those who want the full royal Manhyia statement.

📏 Product Details

• Material: Bronze or Gold Plated — choose your finish
• Diameter: 8 cm — a generous, confident fit
• Adjustable: Yes — fits all wrist sizes
• Gender: Unisex — designed to be worn by all
• Nickel-Free: Safe for all skin types including sensitive skin
• Made in: Ghana by skilled artisans

👑 What Manhyia Means

Manhyia is the royal palace of the Asantehene — the Ashanti King — in Kumasi, Ghana. It is the symbolic heart of Ashanti culture, ceremony, and governance. In Dear Katiopae’s Manhyia collection, every piece carries that heritage — bringing the spirit of Ashanti royalty into your daily life, quietly and with intention.

🌟 For Every Occasion and Every Wrist

• Everyday wear — understated royal elegance
• Cultural celebrations and Afrocentric events
• Formal occasions — especially stunning in the Gold Plated finish
• Stacked with other Dear Katiopae cuffs for a curated wrist story
• A meaningful gift in either finish — beautifully packaged

🎁 A Gift in Two Finishes

At £59, the Ashanti Manhyia Cuff is a premium handmade gift with royal cultural meaning — available in Bronze for artisan warmth or Gold Plated for elevated luxury. It arrives beautifully packaged, ready to give.

💡 Complete the Look: Pair with the Ashanti Manhyia Necklace (£120) for a full Manhyia wrist-and-throat royal statement.

❓ Common Questions

What does Manhyia mean?
Manhyia is the royal palace of the Ashanti King in Kumasi, Ghana — the symbolic heart of Ashanti culture and heritage.

What is the difference between Bronze and Gold Plated?
Bronze gives a warm, earthy, raw artisan finish. Gold Plated gives a radiant gold surface over the same handmade form — elevated and lustrous.

What is the lost wax technique?
An ancient metalworking method — each piece is hand-sculpted in wax, cast in metal, and finished by hand. Every cuff is unique and impossible to replicate by machine.

Is it nickel-free?
Yes. All Dear Katiopae jewellery is nickel-free — safe for all skin types.

Is it adjustable?
Yes — adjustable to fit all wrist sizes comfortably.

Is it unisex?
Yes — the Ashanti Manhyia Cuff is designed to be worn by all genders.

How do I care for it?
Keep away from water, perfume, and chemicals. Store in a dry place. Polish gently with a soft cloth to maintain the finish.

By Dear Katiopae — where every piece tells a story worth wearing.

🛒 Handmade. Limited stock. Choose your finish today.