Adinkra Symbols, images, origin, and their saturated meanings African Adinkra Akofena African Brass Link Pendant Wear Courage Aadampo Adinkra Symbol Jewelry Etsy Adinkra Symbol Etsy Fair Trade Adinkra Strength: Bracelet Green Strength Adinkra Pendant. Originating in West Africa, Adinkra symbols serve as concise way of conveying deep truths in visual form. This pendant is Ahoden: a symbol for Energy, Vitality and Strength. Metal: Sterling Silver Finish: Polished Antiqued Length: 3 4" Width: 5 8" Annabel Humber graduated from Carisle Art College (U. K) in 1983. After working as a jewelry designer in California she attended Escuela de Artes in Mexico working under Maestro Ignacio Gomez. In 2002 she moved to Indonesia where she was controller of Balinese production for the American Jewelry Co. and finally settled in Mexico where she produces her own line of intricate and beautiful sterling silver jewelry.