Cowrie Shells

Known as the worthiest ones, Cowrie Shells were commonly used as a form of currency throughout various parts of Africa. Making them a symbol of great prosperity and believed to have carried with them stories and teachings of respect and humanity. Cowrie Shells have been used in the Hoodoo culture for centuries. In Hoodoo Folk Magic they are known as protective charms and powerful for feminine magic as well as abundance. Because of their unique vulva-like appearance and because they come from the ocean, it is a sacred symbol of Love Sea Goddesses in various cultures. According to African legend, the cowrie shells represent the highly powerful Goddess protection as well as connected with the strength and dense power of the Ocean. Resembling the lifegiving organs of the woman, these beautiful shells are also known as the elixir or giver of life. With the connection to the Divine Feminine, the Cowrie Shell can be used to place on altars as well as used in various magickal workings for bir