Of the cowrie shell, Sarr noted, “It’s always been a talisman associated with good fortune.” At first glance, Jackson’s necklace resembles a judicial bib. “This design brilliantly reinterprets the ...

Today, cowrie shells are used to embellish braids, locs, and other natural hairstyles as a nod to our African roots. The shells can also be seen in some fine jewelry brands and most recently in ...

The National Museum of African American History and Culture says cowrie shells were tied to spiritual ... Justice Jackson’s necklace wasn’t just beautiful; it was armor. It carried the weight ...

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 ...

Jackson was adorned in a beautiful cowrie shell necklace and matching earrings ... According to the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the earliest record of cowrie shells ...

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 ...

cockles and cowrie. The trend was first spotted on the Prada autumn winter 2017, where Ms. Prada layered strings of whelk and tulip shell necklaces over beaded twin-sets and high-necked evening ...

“The dramatic scale of the necklace against the black robe ... She also noted that royal regalia often features cowrie shells. “In many African traditions, cowrie shells are believed to ...