Cowrie Shell Stretch Bracelets

Cowrie Shell Stretch Bracelets

$15.00
SKU: cowrie-shell stretch bracelets

Set of 2 stretch bracelets  in gold and silver long lasting and durable acrylic shiny round  bead balls. Gold bracelet accented with Swarovski crystals. Silver accented with silver finish spacer beads embellished with clear crystals.

I read  that Cowrie shells  were once used a currency in Africa  around the 14th century, symbolizing power in trade.  it is also  said in these writings that  West African women would  also wear them  in jewelry and hair ornaments.  Very interesting and beautiful little shell.