{"product_id":"ashanti-manhyia-necklace-handmade-bronze-gold-choker","title":"Ashanti Manhyia Necklace | Handmade Bronze or Gold Plated Choker","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRoyal Heritage at Your Throat — The Ashanti Manhyia Necklace\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAshanti Manhyia Necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e by Dear Katiopae is a premium handmade choker — rooted in the royal traditions of West Africa and available in your choice of \u003cstrong\u003ewarm Bronze\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eradiant Gold Plated\u003c\/strong\u003e finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNamed after \u003cstrong\u003eManhyia\u003c\/strong\u003e — the palace of the Ashanti King (the Asantehene) in Kumasi, Ghana — and inspired by the cultural heritage 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, this choker brings the authority and elegance of Ashanti royalty to your most significant moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e✋ Handmade in Ghana — Ancient Lost Wax Technique\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery Ashanti Manhyia Necklace is individually hand-cast by skilled artisans in Ghana using the \u003cstrong\u003elost wax (cire perdue) technique\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the world’s oldest and most revered metalworking traditions. Sculpted, cast, and finished entirely by hand. No two pieces are exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e✨ Choose Your Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🟤 Bronze:\u003c\/strong\u003e The raw, warm finish of traditional West African goldsmithing — earthy, authentic, and rich with artisan depth. For those who want the natural material to carry the cultural story.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✨ Gold Plated:\u003c\/strong\u003e The elevated royal finish — all the artisan craft of the lost wax technique, with a radiant gold surface that honours the full grandeur of the Manhyia heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e📏 Product Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze or Gold Plated — choose your finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choker — a close-fitting collar necklace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — fits all neck sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unisex — designed to be worn by all\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNickel-Free:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safe for all skin types including sensitive skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ghana by skilled artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e👑 What Manhyia Means\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eManhyia is the royal palace of the Asantehene — the Ashanti King — in Kumasi, Ghana. It is the symbolic and ceremonial heart of Ashanti culture, governance, and tradition. To wear a Manhyia piece is to carry that royal legacy — the authority, elegance, and cultural depth of one of West Africa’s greatest kingdoms — at the heart of your presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🌟 For Your Most Commanding Moments\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGalas, award ceremonies, and formal occasions — especially in Gold Plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCultural celebrations and Afrocentric events\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeddings and bridal celebrations — bride or honoured guest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA premium milestone gift — graduation, promotion, anniversary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaired with the Ashanti Manhyia Cuff for a full royal wrist-and-throat statement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🎁 The Premium Manhyia Gift\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt £120, the Ashanti Manhyia Necklace is Dear Katiopae’s most elevated Manhyia collection piece — a handmade choker in Bronze or Gold Plated, carrying the royal heritage of Ashanti Ghana. It arrives beautifully packaged for someone who deserves the very best.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e💡 Complete the Look:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with the \u003cstrong\u003eAshanti Manhyia Cuff\u003c\/strong\u003e (£59) for a full Manhyia wrist-and-throat royal statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e❓ Common Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Manhyia mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eManhyia is the royal palace of the Ashanti King in Kumasi, Ghana — the symbolic heart of Ashanti culture and heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between Bronze and Gold Plated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBronze gives a warm, earthy artisan finish. 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