The Surprising History of Cowry Shells

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The Surprising History of Cowry Shells , Cowrie or cowry is the common name for a group of small to large sea snails, marine gastropod mollusks in the family Cypraeidae, the cowries.
The term porcelain derives from the old Italian term for the cowrie shell (porcellana) due to their similar appearance.
Cowrie shells have held cultural, economic, and ornamental significance in various cultures. The cowrie was the shell most widely used worldwide as shell money. It is most abundant in the Indian Ocean, and was collected in the Maldive Islands, in Sri Lanka, along the Indian Malabar coast, in Borneo and on other East Indian islands, in Maluku in the Pacific, and in various parts of the African coast from Ras Hafun to Mozambique. Cowrie shell money was important in the trade networks of Africa, South Asia, and East Asia.
In the United States and Mexico, cowrie species inhabit the waters off Central California to Baja California (the chestnut cowrie is the only cowrie species native to the eastern Pacific Ocean off the coast of the United States; further south, off the coast of Mexico, Central America and Peru, Little Deer Cowrie habitat can be found; and further into the Pacific from Central America, the Pacific habitat range of Money Cowrie can be reached as well as the waters south of the Southeastern United States.
Uncover the hidden secrets and surprising history of cowry shells in this eye-opening video. From their role as currency in ancient civilizations to their significance in various cultural practices, learn why cowry shells have captivated people for centuries. Join us as we dive deep into the fascinating world of these small yet powerful shells and discover the shocking truth that you never knew. Don't miss out on this intriguing journey through history!
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[@kausing_kommotion]

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[@kausing_kommotion]

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[@NismoTorq]

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[@Secondmentt]

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[@1gem116]

They use in Hamer tribe in here in ethiopia konjo. I love hamer people and other tribe use as well. We love what you talk of. COme to Ethiopia soon! You are welcome!

[@AlAk-bm8dy]

But that region was conquered during the abasenians invasions , alot of people forgot that the abasenians empire was as bad as the Europeans

[@kausing_kommotion]

I knew they came from Our people using them in Africa but I didn’t know the Europeans used them! Also nor did I know that they were more than the coins the Europeans began to manufacture!! Our people mane… are amazing..

[@everyoneBWARE]

Thanks! I’ve also read that cowrie shells were used by women to support fertility and womb health.