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A young messenger holding sacred coral beads in the royal court of the ancient Kingdom of Benin.

The Lost Coral Beads of Benin

Centuries ago, in the powerful Kingdom of Benin, coral beads were among the most treasured possessions of the royal court. Their rich red color symbolized authority, prestige, and the enduring connection between the Oba, the ancestors, and the people of the kingdom. Passed down through generations, certain bead collections were regarded as sacred heirlooms whose value could never be measured
A sacred royal gong displayed before Yoruba chiefs during an important leadership ceremony in Owo.

The King’s Gong of Owo

Many generations ago, in the ancient Kingdom of Owo, one of the most treasured symbols of royal authority was a ceremonial gong known as Agogo Oba, the King’s Gong. Crafted by master metalworkers and preserved within the royal palace, the gong was believed to represent the voice of the kingdom

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