Definition of shell money in English:

shell money

noun

mass nounhistorical

词汇	shell money
释义	Definition of shell money in English: shell money noun mass nounhistorical Shells used as a medium of exchange, especially wampum. 〈主史〉贝壳货币 Example sentencesExamples The value of the shell money is based on the goods it traded for yesterday - since we can't know what prices will be today. A second type of shell money is a better made and finely polished mollusc, spondylous or mussel shell strand. The traditional Tolai currency or shell money called Tabu is set to become legal tender in East New Britain Province. The new mother, 18-year-old Fazila, is given a necklace of traditional stone and turtle shell money. Women own shell money and participate in exchange but they rarely sponsor payments.
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