Ashanti Ball Earring | Handmade Gold Brass Statement — 11cm Single

A Sphere of Ashanti Artistry — 11cm of Sculptural Gold Drama

The Ashanti Ball Earring by Dear Katiopae is a bold, sculptural statement piece — a celebration of the sphere form as interpreted through centuries of West African artisan goldsmithing tradition.

Inspired by the royal cultural legacy of the Ashanti of Ghana, the Akan, and the Baoulé of Ivory Coast — and rooted in the same heritage as Manhyia Palace, seat of the Ashanti King — this earring brings sculptural confidence and cultural depth to any look.

✋ Handmade in Ghana — Ancient Lost Wax Technique

Every Ashanti Ball Earring 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 pieces are exactly alike. What you receive is a singular work of artisan craft that cannot be replicated by machine.

✨ Product Details

• Material: Brass, Gold Plated
• Length: 11 cm — sculptural drama with elegant proportion
• Sold as: Single earring (one piece, not a pair)
• Nickel-Free: Safe for all skin types including sensitive skin
• Form: Ball/sphere — a universal symbol of wholeness and continuity
• Made in: Ghana by skilled artisans

👑 The Sphere in West African Artistic Tradition

In Akan and Ashanti goldsmithing, rounded and spherical forms carry deep symbolic weight — representing wholeness, continuity, the cycle of life, and the perfection of nature's forms. Spheres appear in royal adornment, ceremonial objects, and traditional weights, encoding meaning into every curve. The Ashanti Ball Earring honours that tradition — a sphere in gold, worn as a statement of cultural pride.

🌟 Command Every Room You Enter

• Formal evenings, galas, and award ceremonies
• Cultural celebrations and Afrocentric events
• Fashion-forward editorial and photoshoot styling
• Gallery openings and cultural exhibitions
• A striking birthday, anniversary, or celebration gift

🎁 Give Something Extraordinary

The Ashanti Ball Earring arrives beautifully packaged — a handmade, culturally rich gift for someone who wears their identity with sculptural confidence.

⚠️ Please Note: This earring is sold as a single piece, not a pair. It is designed as a bold solo statement or styled as a curated mismatched look with other Dear Katiopae pieces.

❓ Common Questions

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 earring is unique and impossible to replicate by machine.

Is it nickel-free?
Yes. All Dear Katiopae jewellery is nickel-free — safe for sensitive skin and ears.

Is it sold as a pair?
No — it is a single statement earring, designed to be worn boldly as one or as part of a curated mismatched look with other Dear Katiopae pieces.

How long is the earring?
11cm — sculptural drama with elegant proportion, commanding without overwhelming.

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 gold finish.

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

🛒 Limited handmade stock. Order yours today.