Ghana waistbeads / ahwenneɛ (Silver )

Celebrate heritage, beauty, and empowerment with these Silver Waist Beads. Rooted in West African tradition, waist beads have long carried meanings beyond adornment — they are symbols of femininity, spirituality, and cultural pride.

In Ghana, these beads — known as ahwenneɛ — were once used as currency for trade, and later became part of festivals, initiation rites, royal ceremonies, and everyday fashion. For some, waist beads marked milestones in womanhood, while others wore them to honor family legacies — such as grandmothers wearing a strand for each child.

🌟 Features & Heritage

• Material: Durable plastic beads in silver finish

• Length: Varies by design (see product images)

  • Please note: desired length cannot be specified, as beads are measured without the twine rope.

  • Easily adjustable: beads can be removed and ropes trimmed shorter.

• Unisex Tradition: Historically worn by both male and female children in some tribes.

• Cultural Symbolism: Represents femininity, milestones, spirituality, and celebration.

✨ A timeless piece that blends heritage with modern style, the Silver Waist Beads are perfect for daily wear, cultural pride, or meaningful gifting.