Cowry Shell
"Face Mask, " Wood and Cowry Shells created in New Guinea circa 1940
Located in Milwaukee, WI
carved wood and cowry shells for eyes.
Mask: 29 x 8 in, includes a metal stand.
Category
1940s Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Found Objects
Pair Continental Silver Cowry Shell Open Salt Cellars George III, 18th Century
Located in Gardena, CA
Pair Continental silver cowry shell open salt Cellars George III, 18th Century. Figural hand chased
Category
Antique 18th Century George III Tableware
Materials
Silver
H 1.75 in W 2.75 in D 2.25 in
"Senufo (Gbon) Statute of Royalty, " Wood, Ivory, & Cowry Shells created c. 1940
Located in Milwaukee, WI
fiber, textiles, and cowry shells.
14" x 8" x 3"
The Senufo are made up of a number of diverse
Category
1940s Tribal Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Found Objects
Ethiopian Leather and Shell Necklaces, Mid 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
and money cowry shells and metal trimmings.
Mounted on black metal stands.
Two available, sold
Category
Vintage 1960s Ethiopian Tribal Mounted Objects
Materials
Metal
Torso Creations Merlot Mongolian Fur Bohemian Vest w Patchwork & Mirror Applique
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
applique panel with unusually large shisha mirror panel embroidery and cowry shells. No pockets or closures
Category
1970s Indian Vests
Size: Up to Modern 8
Silver Cowrie Shell Snuff Box Edinburgh c1823
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Sterling silver cowry shell snuff box
Date : Hallmarked in Edinburgh for an uknown maker
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Antique 1820s Scottish Georgian Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Sangtam Naga Tribe Supong Warrior Shawl with Cowrie Shells, Headhunter
By Naga People
Located in Dallas, TX
. There are 4 V-shaped cowry shells symbolizing peacock feathers which represent mithun ears. Displayed in
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Early 20th Century Indian Tribal Indian Rugs
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Cheyenne Native American Dress
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
, cowry shell cape on both sides. This piece without any restoration. Hard to find this early and pure
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Antique 1870s American Native American Native American Objects
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Shell
1960s Hand-Made African Tabletop Hut with Shells and Beading
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s Hand-Made African Tabletop Hut with Cowry or cowrie Shells, blue and cream Beading, fur, and
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Vintage 1960s African Decorative Boxes
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Fur, Shell, Fabric, Beads
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18th century, Dutch renaissance cabinet called 'hollandse poortkast'.
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Originates Netherlands, dating circa 1780.
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African Tribal Benin Brass Armlets Nigeria Antique Jewelry
Located in London, GB
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Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century copper 'Mbole' currency on square base.
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Located in Des Plaines, IL
Dan Deangle Mask in Wood, Cowry Shells and Metal
Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)/Liberia Early 20th
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Pair of African Side Tables Extensive Woodcarving Top Inlaid Coins, Cowry Shells
Located in Miami, Miami Design District, FL
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H 21 in W 16.5 in D 16.5 in
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Located in Portland, ME
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Lampung, Sumatra
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Located in Seattle, WA
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Expressive Papua New Guinea Stopper, Ex John Friede Collection
Located in Vienna, AT
totem figure with cowry shell eyes and shell nose adornment dating to the late 19th - early 20th century.
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Lady of Commerce. Hers is a transparent beauty, her eager sounds, her infinite..
By Rina Banerjee
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Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)/Liberia Mid 20th Century Wood & Cowry Shells 22
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West African Cowrie Shell Necklace on Leather
Located in Oradell, NJ
strung cowrie shells. The cowry or cowrie shell is a female symbol which figured prominently in many West
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Women's Tribal African Loin Cloth/Skirt with Cowrie Shells
Located in Oradell, NJ
-colored beads, and cowrie shells The cowry or cowrie shells figure prominently in many West African
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African Cowry Shell Necklace on Stand
Located in Troy, MI
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Antique Continental 18 Karat Gold-Mounted Cowry Shell Snuff Box, circa 1780
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late 18th century rare Continental 18-karat gold mounted, cowry shell snuff box, the hinged
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Cowry Type Hand Painted Shell Engravings.
Located in Houston, TX
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Chinese Cowrie Shell Beaded Vest on Stand
Located in Troy, MI
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Balinese Egg Cowry and Raffia Necklace on Stand
Located in New York, NY
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By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Decorative Necklace on a Stand
Located in New York, NY
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1960s Italian Oval Wall Mirror Encrusted with Sea Shells and Corals
Located in London, GB
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Located in New York, NY
center is made out of grey Money Cowry shells, carefully polished. The combination is seamlessly attached
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Persian Luri Bakhtiari Soumac
Located in San Francisco, CA
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Decorative Seashell Necklace on a Stand
Located in New York, NY
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Bead and Seashell Necklace from Indonesia, on Stand
Located in New York, NY
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Bead and Seashell Necklace from Indonesia, on Stand
Located in New York, NY
Cowry seashells, over a base of woven raffia.
Measures: 7" Wide x 4 3/4" Deep x 22 1/2" High
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Victorian Impressive Hand Carved Sardonyx Cameo Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
background and were carved from the shell of a mussel or cowry. In the mid 18th century, explorations
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Victorian Carved Medusa Cameo Turquoise Gold Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
background and were carved from the shell of a mussel or cowry. In the mid 18th century, explorations
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Victorian Hard Stone Cameo & Natural Pearl Gold Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
background and were carved from the shell of a mussel or cowry. In the mid 18th century, explorations
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Located in London, GB
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Located in London, GB
background and were carved from the shell of a mussel or cowry, the latter a tropical mollusk.
In the mid
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H 7.09 in W 9.45 in D 7.09 in
Antique Large Ovoid Ormolu Casket Sevres Porcelain Navy-Blue, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
background and were carved from the shell of a mussel or cowry, the latter a tropical mollusk.
In the mid
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H 10.63 in W 6.11 in D 6.11 in
19th Century Gilt Bronze Sevres Porcelain Inset Casket
Located in London, GB
typically white on a grayish background and were carved from the shell of a mussel or cowry, the latter a
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Ornamental Cowry-eyed Mask from Cote D' lvoire
By Tambanum
Located in Asheville, NC
Happy is the man with bird for a crown. The bird has cowry shell eyes, like the mask man. His
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Balinese Seashell and Raffia Necklace on Stand
Located in New York, NY
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"Medicine Man"--African Wooden Sculpture with Glass Beads, Cloth, Bell, & Shells
Located in Milwaukee, WI
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African Bamileke Tribal Mask from Cameroon with Horns
Located in Miami, FL
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Bamileke Horned Tribal Mask from Cameroon, Africa
Located in Miami, FL
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African Tribal Art Hand Carved Dan Mask Sculpture, Ivory Coast
Located in North Hollywood, CA
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Artisan Massive Tribal Beaded Statement Necklace, circa 1980s
Located in University City, MO
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woven rope. Embellished with rows of cowry shells that frame
the neckline
The huge massive
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Victorian Hard Stone Cameo Diamond Gold Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
typically white on a grayish background and were carved from the shell of a mussel or cowry. In the mid 18th
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19th Century French Gilt Bronze Jewelry Casket with Cameos
Located in London, GB
from the shell of a mussel or cowry, the latter a tropical mollusk.
In the mid-18th century
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Antique Sevres Porcelain, Cameo and Ormolu-Mounted Stationary Box
Located in London, GB
carved from the shell of a mussel or cowry, the latter a tropical mollusk.
In the mid 18th century
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Trianon Cowry Shell Earclips
By Trianon
Located in Vail, CO
Cushion-shaped cowry shell earclips in 18k yellow gold with oval-shaped, baroque pearl centers
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Resist dyed indigo cotton.
Located in Sausalito, CA
20th C. Mali indigo resist dyed cotton cover with designs resembling clouds or cowry shells.
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PAUL LUCARIO NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIST OWL INLAY RING
Located in Brooklyn, NY
PAUL LUCARIO NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIST OWL INLAY RING with Turquoise eyes and Spotted Jasper or Cowry
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Banjara Quilt
Located in Portland, ME
herringbone and is further decorated with small mirror fragments, cowry shells, tassels, and other materials
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English silver-gilt mounted cowrie shell vinaigrette
Located in London, GB
A rare early nineteenth century English silver-gilt mounted cowrie shell vinaigrette of the genus
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Antique Early 19th Century English Sterling Silver
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A very rare George III hallmarked silver cowrie shell vinaigrette
Located in London, GB
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21-Piece Collection of Les Hunter Designs Coral and Sea Shells, circa 1970s
Located in San Francisco, CA
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Cowry Shell For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal cowry shell for your home. A cowry shell — often made from shell, animal skin and fabric — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the cowry shell you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A well-made cowry shell has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Naga People are consistently popular.
How Much is a Cowry Shell?
Prices for a cowry shell can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $344 and can go as high as $9,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,113.
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