The George Brown Collection at Minpaku
An introduction to the life and work of George Brown, and his collection of ethnological artefacts.
Shell money from the Bismarck Archipelago
Shell money in a traditional wallet. The people of New Britain used cowry shells collected from mangrove swamps as money.
| Collection Number | H0136661 |
|---|---|
| Artefact | Shell currency |
| Location | Bismarck Archipelago |
| Materials | Leaf, Shells, Plant fibre |
| Dimensions/Weight | H: 4.6 cm / W: 6.9 cm / D: 33.3 cm / Wght: 63.8 g |