Arfak Conus Shell Disc Currency (Toae) aztec this Roman lead axe amulet

this Roman lead axe amulet would make a compelling addition to any collection of Roman or ancient amulets

Archaeological finds

and strength

transformative powers and fertility deities

5 cm and includes 86 unique glass beads

Arfak Conus Shell Disc Currency (Toae) aztec this Roman lead axe amuletArfak people, early 20th century, Birds Head Peninsula, Arfak Mountains, West Papua, Indonesia A magnificent and beautifully aged Conus shell disc currency (toae), finely worked into a flat, perfectly circular pendant with characteristic concentric carving. These discs were traditionally fashioned from the terminal end of a Conus shell, carefully cut and shaped with bamboo knivesan exacting process that speaks to their high cultural and monetary