Ethnic Design Collection Reto Zehnder

This two stamps date back to 1970, there are somewht different from the more recent ones below.

The design of Nkyinkyim depicts the tortuous nature of life’s journey. these twists and turns require one to be versatile and resilient to survive. The proverb associated with this symbol is “Ɔbra kwan yɛ nkyinkyimii,” which literally means “Life’s journey is twisted.” Since a great number of proverbs are to the young and inexperienced, it is proper to construe this symbol as admonishing younger persons to brace up for what life may throw at them. Yes, they may not be aware of impending challenges but that is no excuse to resign to fate. By sheer force of will and determination, they can succeed

The crocodile ( Dekyem) symbol connotes adaptability and endurance. The crocodile lives in the water yet it breathes air. This is demonstrating its ability to various circumstances.

The symbol of this stamp is called Dwannini Mmen which litterally means the ram's horn meaning "Strength with humility". The ram will fight fiercely against an adversary, but it also submits humbly to slaughter. A symbol of the ephemerality or temporariness of good times.Good situations are not permanent so the fortunate should not boast; bad situations are not permanent so the less fortunate should not give up. No condition is permanent, hence, man should be humble, cooperative and hopeful in all his endeavours.

The star symbol called Nsoromma is a reminder that God is the father and watches over all people. Reflection of God faith in God Guardianshi.

This symbol called Gyawu atiko, represents the occiput of Kwatakye, an ancient Ashanti war captain's hair style. The symbol has come to represent bravery, fearlessness and Leadership strength with humility. It is also given as an earned title to any brave son of an Akan community.

The symbol called Ese ne tekrema litterally : "the teeth and the tongue is a variation of the Symbol of friendship and interdependence. The teeth and the tongue play interdependent roles in the mouth. They may come into conflict, but they need to work together. An other way to express strength in unity. The second stamp called Ntesie - Mate masie I have heard and kept it. Knowledge Wisdom  Nyansa bun mu ne mate masie Deep wisdom comes out of listening and keeping what is heard.

The symbol of the stamp (right in the picture) is called Biribi wo soro which means "There is something in the heavens" and conveys the ides of Hopeand Reliance on God for inspiration. Nyame, biribi wo soro, na ma embeka me nsa. God, there is something in heaven, let it get to me.

This symbol called Gyawu atiko, represents the occiput of Kwatakye, an ancient Ashanti war captain's hair style. The symbol has come to represent bravery, fearlessness and Leadership strength with humility. It is also given as an earned title to any brave son of an Akan community.

The first satmp's symbol called Nyansapo or Wisdom knot representing: Wisdom, Ingenuity and Patience.  It conveys the idea that  “a wise person has the capacity to choose the best meeans to attain a goal. Being wise implies broad knowledge, learning and experience, and the ability to apply such faculties to practical ends” (Willis, 1998).The secon stamp's symbol is called Ohene aniwa which means "king’s eye" ans stands for Beauty  and Vigilance.This symbol implies that the eyes of the king see many things. 

The symbol is called Ɔdɔ nnyera fie kwan which means ‘love never loses its way home" and conveys the ides of the  power of love.

Stamp 1 (cross) called Mmere Dane, litterally meaning: Time changes reference to the temporariness of good times. The second stamp called Akoben litterally meaning "War Horn".  The sound of Ako-ben is a battle cry. Call to arms Readiness and preparedness for action or battle.

The symbol of thi stamp is called Gye Nyame, which means except god. This is the symbol of the supremacy of God. The 2 fingers pointing upwards and downwards demonstrates the fact that God controls both: heaven and earth. Gye Nyame is arguably the most popular Adinkra symbol and expresses the deep faith the Akans have in the Supreme Being. The following names and titles given to the Supreme Being illustrate how he is perceived in Akan thought: Onyame  or Nyame, meaning the one who satisfies; Onyankopɔn or Nyankopon, meaning the unique and great one; and Twereduampɔn, meaning the great dependable one.

Symbol called: Ani bere; liteerally meaning: Seriousness, Diligence, Perseverance. Seriousness does not show fiery eyes; else you would see my face all red.

Mpatapo or the "knot of pacification/reconciliation". Symbol of reconciliation, peacemaking and pacification
Mpatapo represents the bond or knot that binds parties in a dispute to a peaceful, harmonious reconciliation.
It is a symbol of peacemaking after strife.

The symbol is called Funtumfunafu denkyem funafu litterally:  Siamese twin crocodiles joined at the stomac, which stands for Democracy and oneness irrespective of cultural differences. A common saying is: Funtumfunafu denkyemfunafu, won afuru bom, nso woredidi a na woreko. They share one stomach and yet they fight for getting food. 

Symbol called  Sankofa, litterally  "return and get it". Meaning-Wisdom of learning from past experience to build towards the future
 

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