African Necklace Belt Cowrie Shell Woven Sisal Kamba Triba Currency

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$29.04 (-40%)

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  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • Tribe: Kamba
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Material: Sisal Cowrie Shell

    • This is an Double Stand Old Woven Sisal and Cowrie Shell Money Belt or
    Necklace from the Kamba Tribe of East Africa. Shell money is a medium of
    exchange similar to money that was once commonly used in many parts of
    the world. Shell money usually consisted either of whole sea shells or
    pieces of them, which were often worked into beads or were otherwise
    artificially shaped. The use of shells in trade began as direct
    commodity exchange, the shells having value as body ornamentation,
    however popular cowrie shell has many uses and meanings. It has shown up
    in the form of money, jewelry, and religious accessories in almost
    every part of the world. Found in the islands of the Indian Ocean, the
    cowrie shell soon gained popularity throughout much of ancient Africa.
    Spiritually, according to African legend, if you are attracted to cowrie
    shells you could be family to an ocean spirit of wealth and earth. It
    also represents Goddess protection which is very powerful and connected
    with the strength of the ocean. Throughout Africa the cowrie symbolized
    the power of destiny and prosperity. Thought of as the mouth of Orsisas,
    it also is believed to have taught stories of humility and respect.
    Eventually, money became an ornament. Shells are beautiful, after all,
    and people the world over have worn them adorning belts, necklaces and
    earrings, keeping alive the tribal love of adornment. This beautiful
    woven Old Kamba Cowrie Shell Necklace or belt that would be a great
    addition to your wardrobe or collection. To get the sisal to lay flat,
    just get it wet and gently stretch it out and keep in place till it
    dries.
    14 Inches Long
    28 Total Length
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