Cowrie Shells / Cowrie Snail Shells. Shells of this type were worn as fertility amulets in Europe during the early and high Middle Ages. Necklaces with cowrie shells are often found in women's and children's graves from this period. They must have come to our latitudes from Asia via long trade routes. Mixed sizes, the shells vary between approx. 1.5 - 2.7 cm length, drilled.
Pack of 40 pieces.
(1 piece = €0.12)
