AFRICAN COWRIE Shell Money Basket-Vintage***

Description

AFRICAN COWRIE Shell Money Basket-Vintage***. Condition is "Used".
HISTORY & SIGNIFICANCE of the COWRIE SHELL:According to the African legends, the cowrie shells are representing the goddess protection which is highly powerful and is connected with the strength and power of the Ocean. ... Due to this, the cowrie shells are also been recognized as prosperity. Even more, these shells also symbolize the power of density.
Condition- Good Vintage, may have loose threads & shells characteristic of Vintage pieces. Age- mid - late 1900's
Measurements-25" Top Btm 16" Circ Height 7.5" Origin-Nigeria
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