{"product_id":"queen-yaa-asantewaa","title":"Queen Yaa Asantewaa","description":"\u003cp\u003eQueen Yaa Asantewaa\u003cbr\u003eThis strand is a part of \"The Return Collection\" inspired by Ayodele's 2019 \"Year of the Return\" trip to Ghana, Africa. It represents the will, courage, and strength to protect and fight for what's right, collectively with those that you trust, and the importance of never giving in to injustice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQueen Mother Nana Yaa Asantewaa was the queen mother of the Edweso tribe of the Asante (Ashanti) in what is now modern Ghana. At the time, the Gold Coast (west-central Africa) was under the British protectorate. When the Asante began rebelling against British rule, the British attempted to put down the unrest and demanded that the Asante people turn over to them the Golden Stool, i.e. the throne and a symbol of Asante independence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt this time, Yaa Asantewaa was the Gatekeeper of the Golden Stool and refused to give in to the British. She led The Ashanti-British \"War of the Golden Stool\" with an army of 5,000. While Yaa Asantewaa was captured by the British and deported, her bravery stirred a kingdom-wide movement for the return of their leaders and for independence. Yaa Asantewaa's dream for an Asante free of British rule was realized on March 6, 1957, when the Asante protectorate gained independence as part of Ghana. Ghana was the first African nation in Sub-Saharan Africa to achieve this feat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing mahogany red\/black\/white striped traditional Chek African trade beads, garnet gemstone beads, cowrie shells, and crystal glass beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0369\/9159\/8723\/files\/Red.png?v=1687291986\" title=\"Red\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRed\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ignites courage, passion, resilience \u0026amp; strength \u0026amp; supplies breath to the mind, body, and spirit.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCowrie shells are known as the most successful and the best form of currency in various regions of the world. The cowrie shells represent goddess protection which is highly powerful and is connected with the strength and power of the Ocean. The cowrie’s elegant shape represents the female form, its rounded top reminiscent of a pregnant woman’s belly. Thus it is a symbol of fertility. The slit on the underside of the shell can look like a black pupil against the pearly white surface, which is why it is often used to ward against the evil eye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarnet is one of the oldest known gemstones. It removes and transforms negative energies to strengthen and heal the body and mind, and offers its wearer the power to protect their standing and possessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach strand includes 5 loops, each designed to specifically include 15 beads and 1 cowrie shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cowrie shell represents Yaa Asantewaa and the remaining 15 beads circled around \"Her\" represent 15 of her closest advisers captured with her, and sent into exile to the Seychelles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChakra:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoot which exhibits the qualities of physical energy and vitality. Ground spirit forces in the body. Brings passion and strength to your relationships, your life, and your work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can also check our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/duafedesigns.com\/pages\/color-symbolism-chart\" title=\"Color Symbolism Chart\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Symbolism Chart\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for further details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFit: Each strand wraps one time around the waist. For multiple strands, add the desired number of pieces per style to your cart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: Customized to your waist size, please provide the desired length during checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed help measuring your waist? Check out Ayodele's \"\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=IZkMntN83zc\u0026amp;t=25s\" title=\"Waist Beads #101 - How to Measure Your Waist for Waist Beads\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHow to Measure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\" and\u003cspan\u003e \"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/m.youtube.com\/watch?v=e4du0zlyVTQ\u0026amp;t=70s\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Tie a Waist Bead\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" video.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach waist bead is made to order by hand and customized to specifications indicated in each order including measurements, type of closure, and charm placement if applicable. When ordering multiple waist beads, measurements should vary at least 1\/8 of an inch in difference. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBead Size: Medium to Large, 8\/0 to 6\/0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll waist beads are smudged\/cleansed with sage or Palos Santos. Please indicate in the notes during checkout if you have any preference for this process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStringing Material: Our waist beads are made with non-elastic nylon string, so they do not stretch. Each waist bead must be tied upon arrival to achieve your desired fit. Select loose ends to tie on your own. For pre-tied waist beads, the string is finished to the exact measurement selected. Please make sure your measurement is long enough to fit over your head and bosom area. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tv\/B_NOZ4Yg1E9\/?igsi=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eExample for Pre-Tied application process.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that variations may appear in each product.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"extension-host\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Duafe Designs and Waistbeads by Ayodele","offers":[{"title":"Loose Ends (Must tie waist beads on own or through personal appointment on CA)","offer_id":34201897566339,"sku":"","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pre-tied\/Burned\/Non-Elastic\/No stretch","offer_id":34201899204739,"sku":"","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0369\/9159\/8723\/files\/QueenYaaAsentawaa.png?v=1687466341","url":"https:\/\/duafe-designs-waist-beads-by-ayodele.myshopify.com\/products\/queen-yaa-asantewaa","provider":"Duafe Designs \u0026 Waist Beads by Ayodele","version":"1.0","type":"link"}