Rare 19th Century Dowry Figure 8 Shell Currency Necklace from Mauritania 19th century Mexican antique retablo usually as the result of

usually as the result of volcanic activity

The idea that non-human creatures with advancing age could assume human form is presented in works such as the Lunheng by Wang Chong (27-91)

The Asante and Ewe People believe these Bodom beads when buried have supernatural powers to multiply themselves and protect their owners

The name "Root Amber" became popular to indicate a type of naturally forming cloudy dark colored Burmite with creamy swirls that resemble a fine wood grain

Together they form the Union between Masculine and Feminine

Rare 19th Century Dowry Figure 8 Shell Currency Necklace from Mauritania 19th century Mexican antique retablo usually as the result ofRare 19th Century Dowry Figure 8 Shell Currency from Mauritania Approx. 30" long Bead Approx. 16mm x 11mm to 41mm x 22mm