Donald Trump’s inauguration was a spectacle that went beyond politics. People across the world scrolled through their feeds to see how Washington’s most elite turned up — and by that, we mean what ...

As early as the 14th century cowrie shells were used on Africa’s western coast, according to the National Museum of African American History & Culture. They were also traded for goods and ...

With the Europeans invasion into the African continent, cowrie shells were then used to trade ... that Justice Jackson chose such an adorning jewelry choice for a historic day.

Cowrie shells hold a deep historical and cultural resonance in Black and African heritage. These small, beautiful shells were once used as African currency, praised for their portability and ...

I once dated a guy who wore a shell bracelet he’d picked up on his gap ... my jewellery box is now a mismatch of conchs, cockles and cowrie. The trend was first spotted on the Prada autumn ...

Wearing a striking layered cowrie shell necklace and matching earrings, Justice Jackson’s look was a blend of elegance and cultural significance, resonating deeply within the African American ...

That may be true. But the African cowrie shells had a deeper meaning. The small, light beige shells are used in African cultures as a symbol of prosperity and protection from evil. According to ...

“In many African traditions, cowrie shells are believed to carry protective ... The cowrie shell has also found its way into fine jewelry by Black American designers. Fine jewelry designer ...