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Hand Carved African Adinkra Symbol Wood Jewelry Box, "Fear Only God"

From Madam Adwoa and Onyame Akwan Dooso, this handsome jewelry box is carved by... more

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From Madam Adwoa and Onyame Akwan Dooso, this handsome jewelry box is carved by hand. Etched into the sese wood surface is a traditional adinkra symbol known as gye nyame. With its rotating movements, it is understood as "I fear none except God."

  • 0.53 kgs
  • 1.2 lbs
  • 10 cm H x 16.5 cm W x 10.5 cm D
  • 3.9" H x 6.5" W x 4.1" D

  • Sese wood
  • Features a rustic, rugged finish
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Ghana.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
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Mary Beth

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09/04/2020

"Beautiful kente weaving"

Substantial and well made. A beautiful addition to holiday wear.

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Edward

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11/20/2019

"kente scarf for my wife."

saw a number of legislators wearing various kente scarfs at a memorial service for their colleague.. thought my wife would like one did research, found this one on novica, bought it and my wife absolutely loved it. 5 stars.

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Lakeisha

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02/21/2019

"Lovely and unique"

This beautiful bowl is very unique and will add culture to any room. Happy with my purchase.

Purchased Item:

The King's Possession, Wood and Aluminum Decorative Bowl

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Deborah

From Texas

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12/18/2018

"Now an heirloom!"

Our daughter is from Africa and we used this for her graduation as an honor cord. Its beautiful!

Purchased Item:

God's Child, Cotton blend kente cloth scarf 4 inch

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Michelle

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11/07/2018

"An African Wildlife Bowl to Cherish"

Thank you Madam Adwoa and Onyame Akwan Dooso for the stunning wildlife bowl. It arrived beautifully wrapped with a lovely card signed Alfred. I am more than happy with my purchase. MichelleFountain Valley, California

Purchased Item:

African Wildlife, Hand Carved Wood Decorative Bowl

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Regina

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07/31/2018

"Loved the Inspirational Name"

I purchased this as a gift for a very special, particular individual. She is a very sweet, caring individual who disdains extravagance and has dedicated her life to serve others. She absolutely loved it as a Christmas gift!

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Madam Adwoa and Onyame Akwan Dooso has received 5 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $2000 and the most recent for $250. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of wood, polish, sandpaper and wood stain for production.

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