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A slave cost about 12 to 15 manillas in the 1490s
This is a nice specimen from an unusual species
Unfortunately a few of the labels have become detached and fallen to the floor of the container
They are typically found in the preserved sediments and often in groups
presumably over a mesh core (or similar) to give the shape
Kuba Ceremonial Beaded Belt A slave cost about 12An early example of a Kuba beaded belt from the DRC. There are a few cowries missing as can be seen in the photos. On the reverse you can see that it is stitched with plant fibres onto a rough hessian type backing. This measures 91cm long and 6cm at its widest. Beads and royalty are closely linked in Africa. For centuries, African rulers accumulated valuable, locally made and imported beads. They also controlled their distribution and use. The
