| Snakes | The Edo people of Benin City believe that snakes consume and destroy illness. |
| Crocodiles | The Edo people of Benin believe that the crocodile symbolizes power. The king or Oba is able to crush opposition like crocodile crushes its prey. |
| Chevrons | Chevrons symbolize rain or water to the Dogon of Mali. |
| Bird | To the Edo people of Benin, the bird symbolizes the king's power to overcome false prophets and fortunetellers. |
| Stool | To the Dogon peoples of Mali, the stool symbolizes dignity and authority. |
| Navel | The people of the Congo believe that the navel is a focus and release point of strong emotions. |
| Bared teeth | Bared teeth generally symbolize ferocity and aggression |
| Round hollow Eyes | Round hollow eyes symbolize the ability to project penetrating inner powers. |
| Half-closed eyes | Half-closed eyes symbolize contemplation. |