The Spiritual Shell Money of Papua New Guinea | Hakai Magazine
The Spiritual Shell Money of Papua New Guinea | Hakai Magazine
Mar 18, 2019
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A brief story on Tolai Shell Money (Tabu) 💠 Tabu is the traditional shell money of the Tolai people in East New Britain. Made from small nassa shells, it’s not just a form of currency but a symbol of culture and identity. 💫 It’s still used today in ceremonies like bride price, funerals, and local trade — even to buy goods in markets. Tabu keeps our culture alive, strengthens community ties, and serves as real value when cash is scarce. A true blend of tradition and economy that continues to th
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A brief story on Tolai Shell Money (Tabu) 💠 Tabu is the traditional shell money of the Tolai people in East New Britain. Made from small nassa shells, it’s not just a form of currency but a symbol of culture and identity. 💫 It’s still used today in ceremonies like bride price, funerals, and local trade — even to buy goods in markets. Tabu keeps our culture alive, strengthens community ties, and serves as real value when cash is scarce. A true blend of tradition and economy that continues to th
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In Papua New Guinea, a Tribe Still Uses Shells as Money
In Papua New Guinea, a Tribe Still Uses Shells as Money
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In the Tolai and Namatanai society especially those who use Tabu shell as a traditional currency, the 1st phase of the burial of a Chief or most respectable person in the community is complete with the Clans' tumbuan visiting the grave after burial. As a way of respect, fitting for a great chief the ENB community in collaboration with the late Sir J's clan organised two tumbuan each to visit the tomb. Note the difference between a Tolai Society and Namatanai tumbuan. | NBC East New Britain
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In the Tolai and Namatanai society especially those who use Tabu shell as a traditional currency, the 1st phase of the burial of a Chief or most respectable person in the community is complete with the Clans' tumbuan visiting the grave after burial. As a way of respect, fitting for a great chief the ENB community in collaboration with the late Sir J's clan organised two tumbuan each to visit the tomb. Note the difference between a Tolai Society and Namatanai tumbuan. | NBC East New Britain
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