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Was cowrie used as money?
Was cowrie used as money?
Nicola
Sat Nov 02 2024
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I'm wondering if cowrie was historically used as a form of currency or money. I've heard about its various uses and am curious to know if it had any economic value in ancient times or certain cultures.
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KpopHarmonySoulMate
Mon Nov 04 2024
Cowrie shells have a unique historical significance as a form of currency.
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CryptoNinja
Mon Nov 04 2024
These shells were primarily sourced from the Pacific and Indian Oceans.
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CrystalPulse
Mon Nov 04 2024
In 1200 BC, China adopted cowrie shells as a medium of exchange.
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Martino
Sun Nov 03 2024
This practice was not limited to China alone.
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Elena
Sun Nov 03 2024
Various societies throughout history have also utilized cowries for transactional purposes.
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