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Old 3rd October 2012, 08:02 AM   #5
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Originally Posted by trenchwarfare
Very similar, to Native American "Wampum". These were belts, or pieces of leather, decorated with beads, and shells, and used for currency. If I recall correctly, Manhatten Island was purchased with mostly Wampum.
Thats interesting ... so do you mean I might be able to swap this for a piece of New York real estate ? Any offers ?
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