Manhyia Ring | Handmade Ashanti Royal Bronze Ring — Ghana | Sizes 5 to 6.5 | Nickel-Free

The Ring of Ashanti Royalty. — The Manhyia Ring

The Manhyia Ring by Dear Katiopae is the foundational piece of the Manhyia collection — a pure, undiluted declaration of Ashanti royal heritage, handcrafted in bronze by skilled artisans in Ghana. Available in sizes 5 to 6.5.

Manhyia is the palace of the Ashanti King. To wear it is to carry that royal heritage on your finger.

👑 Manhyia — The Heart of Ashanti Royalty

Manhyia (pronounced man-HYAH) is the royal palace of the Asantehene — the Ashanti King — in Kumasi, Ghana. It is the symbolic, ceremonial, and political heart of the Ashanti Kingdom — one of the most powerful and historically significant kingdoms in all of West Africa.

The Ashanti are renowned across the world for their extraordinary goldsmithing tradition, their rich cultural ceremonies, the iconic kente cloth, and the Manhyia Palace itself — a symbol of resilience, sovereignty, and cultural pride that has endured for centuries.

The Manhyia Ring carries that entire legacy on your finger — quietly, powerfully, every single day.

✋ Handmade in Ghana — Ancient Lost Wax Technique

Every Manhyia Ring 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 rings are exactly alike.

📏 Product Details

• Material: Bronze — warm, earthy, and rich with artisan tradition
• Sizes: 5, 5.5, 6, 6.5
• Fit note: This ring requires a sizing tool to adjust — please select your size carefully at checkout
• Gender: Unisex — royal heritage belongs to all
• Nickel-Free: Safe for all skin types including sensitive skin
• Made in: Ghana by skilled artisans

🌟 For Every Occasion That Deserves Royalty

• A statement piece for cultural celebrations and Afrocentric events
• A meaningful gift for someone connected to Ghanaian or Akan heritage
• The foundation of a curated Manhyia collection stack
• A milestone birthday or graduation gift with deep cultural resonance
• Everyday wear — understated royal elegance on your finger

🎁 The Foundation of the Manhyia Collection

At £39, the Manhyia Ring is the entry point into Dear Katiopae’s most celebrated collection — handcrafted in Ghana, rooted in Ashanti royal tradition, and beautifully packaged for someone who deserves to wear their heritage like a crown.

💡 Build Your Manhyia Stack: Pair with the Manhyia Sankofa Ring, Manhyia Dwennimmen Ring, or Manhyia Nyame Dua Ring for a full adinkra story across your fingers — or add the Manhyia Cuff for a complete wrist-and-hand royal statement.

❓ Common Questions

What does Manhyia mean?
Manhyia is the royal palace of the Ashanti King (the Asantehene) in Kumasi, Ghana — the symbolic and ceremonial heart of the Ashanti Kingdom.

What sizes are available?
The Manhyia Ring is available in sizes 5, 5.5, 6, and 6.5. Please select your size carefully — this ring requires a sizing tool to adjust.

What is the lost wax technique?
An ancient metalworking method — each piece is hand-sculpted in wax, cast in bronze, and finished by hand. Every ring 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.

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 warm bronze finish.

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

🛒 Handmade. Limited stock. Wear your royal heritage today.