The Ankh

An ancient Egyptian symbol of life, carried forward.

Made in Egypt from brass, the ANDU Ankh brings one of civilisation’s most enduring symbols into the present.

Why Brass?

Brass combines copper with zinc to create a metal that is harder and more durable than pure copper, while retaining a warm, distinctive character.

The ANDU Ankh is composed of 63.9% copper and 36.1% zinc, independently analysed by XRF at the London Assay Office. The addition of zinc increases the metal’s hardness and resistance to deformation, making brass particularly well suited to an object intended to be carried and worn.

Its natural golden tone comes from the metal itself rather than a gold-coloured finish. Over time, untreated brass can gradually darken and develop a natural patina through exposure to air, moisture and handling. It can be left to evolve naturally or polished to restore a brighter finish.

A material made to age, change and be carried through time.

Individual Character

Each Ankh is individually made in Egypt, and slight variations in shape, surface texture and finish may occur from piece to piece. Small marks and irregularities are part of the making process and give each piece its individual character rather than being considered faults.

Details

Material: Brass
Composition: 63.9% copper / 36.1% zinc
Origin: Egypt
Analysis: Independent XRF surface analysis, London Assay Office
Supplied: Pendant only