A one-foot-wide bronze mask dating to around 1100 b.c. emerges from beneath a bronze vessel containing cowrie shells during recent excavations at the site of Sanxingdui in China’s Sichuan Province.

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Seashells circulated as a medium of ...

African cowrie shells have been used for centuries in art and decoration. Their unique shape and color make them an ideal choice for creating beautiful mosaic photo frames. Using these shells, you can ...

The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium on Sanibel has reopened after an 18-month rebuild due to Hurricane Ian. New exhibits feature three times as many shells as before, showcasing ...

For those who are into comic books and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Bitbar at 2511 Airport Road was the place to be Sunday afternoon. Consisting of a bar, retro games arcade and outdoor patio, Bitbar ...

Shell money is a form of currency that was used in various parts of the world, including Asia, Africa, and Oceania. This type of money makes use of a type of marine snail known as cowrie and therefore ...

Turtles at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the Turtles exhibit at Fernbank Museum of Natural History. It's on display until Sept. 1, 2025. (sponsored) More than 300 different species of ...

The Cowrie shell, part of the Cypraeidae family, is found in Western Australia and is known for its glossy exterior and spotted pattern. This particular shell is extremely rare, with only a handful of ...

Kauwri, a Kenyan jewellery brand launched in August 2023, represents the intersection of minimalist design and cultural storytelling. Under creative director Victor Wathiong'o's vision, each ...

Justice Jackson gave an interview to the Associated Press at the Supreme Court. The biggest reveal is that she takes boxing lessons to get out her frustrations from the conservative justices. Lovely.