Golden Stool

The Golden Stool is a sacred symbol of the Ashanti people in Ghana, representing the unity and sovereignty of their nation. According to tradition, it was gifted by the spiritual realm and holds spiritual and political authority. The stool is not a throne or intended for sitting; instead, it embodies the Ashanti's identity and divine guidance. Its significance was highlighted when the British colonialists sought to seize it in the 19th century, but it was protected because it's considered the soul of the Ashanti nation. The Golden Stool remains a powerful symbol of Ashanti independence and cultural heritage.