The money stick, highly regarded by the
Lumi people is used to buy land & brides.
The length of the money stick and number
of shells, represents the wealth & prestige
of its owner. This is one of the two most
highly valued forms of shell money. The
other is the giant ìYuaî money.
The money stick, highly regarded by the
Lumi people is used to buy land & brides.
The length of the money stick and number
of shells, represents the wealth & prestige
of its owner. This is one of the two most
highly valued forms of shell money. The
other is the giant ìYuaî money.
