Early Shell Currency
Mar 2025 · Publifye AS
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Early Shell Currency unveils the often-overlooked world of shell currency, examining its pivotal role in shaping indigenous economies and social structures.
Moving beyond conventional notions of money centered on metals, the book illuminates how shells facilitated trade, influenced social status, and were intrinsically tied to cultural practices.
Intriguingly, shells weren't just primitive money; they reflected the values of the societies that used them.
From wampum's significance in North American trade to cowrie shells as symbols of wealth across Africa and Asia, the book explores diverse uses and meanings.
Moving beyond conventional notions of money centered on metals, the book illuminates how shells facilitated trade, influenced social status, and were intrinsically tied to cultural practices.
Intriguingly, shells weren't just primitive money; they reflected the values of the societies that used them.
From wampum's significance in North American trade to cowrie shells as symbols of wealth across Africa and Asia, the book explores diverse uses and meanings.
The book systematically progresses, beginning with introducing shell money as a concept, then delving into geographical regions and specific shell currencies.
The approach combines archaeological findings, historical accounts, and anthropological research to paint a comprehensive picture.
It challenges Eurocentric perspectives by highlighting indigenous ingenuity in creating sustainable and culturally meaningful economic systems.
Ultimately, the book analyzes the decline of shell currency due to globalization and colonialism, prompting readers to consider the legacies and lessons within contemporary economic discussions.
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