About Cowrie shell…

Did you know that traditionally these shells contain a specific meaning and history?
Cowrie shells are known as the most successful and the best form of currency in the various regions of the world. Cowry shell money was an important part of the trade networks of Africa, South Asia, and East Asia. The shells were used in the remoter parts of Africa until the early 20th century, but then gave way to modern currencies. Due to this, the cowrie shells are also been recognized as prosperity. Even more, these shells also symbolize the power of density.

Other than this, these shells also have a connection with femininity for some obvious reasons and one is its appearance. However, females used to place these shells on their altars or even use these shells in their spells for birth, sexuality, menstruation. Thus it is a symbol of fertility. Beyond the feminine ties of these shells, these also represent prosperity.
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. Even as these beautiful and small shells have resembled with the lifegiving organs of females, therefore, these are also known as elixir or giver of life which is why wearing a Cowrie Shell jewelry is always a good idea ! The slit on the underside of the shell can look like a black pupil against the pearly white surface, which is why it is often used to ward against the evil eye.
The cowrie is a protective charm adorning the outfits of hunters and warriors, woven into sacred masks and costumes for dance ceremonies. It can be an element in traditional medicine and may accompany the dead on their journeys out of this world.