Wampum: A Paper Presented to the Numismatic and Antiquarian Society of Philadelphia

This book is a fascinating look at the history and cultural significance of wampum, the traditional Native American currency made from shells. It covers the use of wampum in trade and diplomacy, as well as its role in ritual and ceremony. With detailed illustrations and insightful analysis, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Native American culture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.