{"product_id":"antique-old-brass-bracelet-fulani-currency-bangle-ghana","title":"Antique Old Brass Bracelet – Fulani Currency Bangle, Ghana","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAntique Old Brass Bracelet – Fulani Currency Bangle from Ghana\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite \u003cstrong\u003eold brass bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003ecurrency bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eManilla\u003c\/strong\u003e, originates from Ghana and Burkina Faso and dates back to the early 1900s. Crafted by the Fulani and other West African tribes, this antique piece showcases the cultural and economic heritage of the region. With a beautiful dark patina, it is a striking example of \u003cstrong\u003eWest African tribal jewelry\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 5\/8\" (90 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 15\/16\" (74 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 175 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese \u003cstrong\u003ebrass bangles\u003c\/strong\u003e were not merely decorative items but served as a form of currency, often used in trade, dowries, and as symbols of wealth and status. The Fulani people and other tribes would wear and exchange these Manillas as part of their traditional practices. Their robust construction and intricate craftsmanship made them both practical and prestigious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn many West African cultures, such \u003cstrong\u003eantique brass bracelets\u003c\/strong\u003e held spiritual significance and were used in ceremonial exchanges and burials. Today, they are treasured not only for their beauty but also for their historical and anthropological value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnhance your collection with a genuine artifact that tells the story of African heritage and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more African jewelry from TribalGH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our collection of old stone bracelets from Mali\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tribalgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67939197583547,"sku":"hwg1793097002919","price":25.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1871\/3019\/files\/antique-old-brass-bracelet-fulani-currency-bangle-ghana_1.jpg?v=1793097016","url":"https:\/\/tamanuheal.shop\/products\/antique-old-brass-bracelet-fulani-currency-bangle-ghana","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}