{"product_id":"cocoa-earring-handmade-ashanti-gold-statement","title":"Cocoa Earring | Handmade Ashanti Gold Brass Statement Earring","description":"\u003cp\u003eCocoa Earring | Handmade Ashanti Gold Brass Statement Earring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWear a Piece of Royal African Heritage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCocoa Earring\u003c\/strong\u003e by Dear Katiopae is more than a statement piece — it's a wearable tribute to one of West Africa's most powerful royal legacies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by \u003cstrong\u003eManhyia\u003c\/strong\u003e — the seat of the Ashanti King — and rooted in the rich cultural traditions of the \u003cstrong\u003eAshanti of Ghana\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eAkan\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the \u003cstrong\u003eBaoulé of Ivory Coast\u003c\/strong\u003e (who migrated from Ghana), this earring carries centuries of heritage in every curve and cast detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e✋ Handmade in Ghana Using the Ancient Lost Wax Technique\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach Cocoa Earring is individually hand-cast by our skilled artisans in Ghana using the \u003cstrong\u003elost wax (cire perdue) technique\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the world's oldest and most respected metalworking methods, used for centuries to create jewellery of extraordinary detail and cultural significance. No two pieces are identical. What you receive is truly one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e✨ Product Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass, Gold Plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13 cm — a dramatic, commanding statement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substantial — this is a piece you can feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold as:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single earring (one piece, not a pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNickel-free:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safe for sensitive skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ghana, by skilled artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beautiful on all genders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e👑 The Cultural Story Behind the Cocoa Earring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ashanti Kingdom — centred at \u003cem\u003eManhyia Palace\u003c\/em\u003e in Kumasi, Ghana — is one of Africa's most celebrated royal cultures, known for its mastery of goldsmithing, kente weaving, and elaborate ceremony. The Akan and Baoulé peoples share this ancestral lineage, carrying these artistic traditions across West Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you wear the Cocoa Earring, you wear a symbol of that royal artistry — crafted with the same reverence and technique that adorned kings and queens for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🌍 For Every Occasion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCultural celebrations and heritage events\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal dinners and evening occasions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFashion-forward everyday styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA meaningful gift with deep cultural roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGallery openings, art events, and cultural exhibitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🎁 A Gift That Tells a Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a gift that transcends the ordinary? The Cocoa Earring ships from the UK and arrives beautifully packaged — a meaningful, artisan gift with real cultural heritage behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Please Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This earring is sold as a \u003cstrong\u003esingle piece\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a pair. It is designed to be worn as a bold solo statement or styled as a curated mismatched look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the lost wax technique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLost wax (cire perdue) is one of the world’s oldest metalworking methods. Each piece is individually hand-sculpted in wax, cast in metal, and finished by hand — making every earring unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it nickel-free?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. All Dear Katiopae jewellery is nickel-free, making it safe for sensitive skin and ears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I care for it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep away from water, perfume, and harsh chemicals. Store in a dry, cool place. Wipe gently with a soft cloth after wearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBy Dear Katiopae — celebrating African adornment, identity, and story.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🛒 Limited handmade stock. 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