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100	1		_aWoodward, Ashbel, _d1804-1885
245	1	0	_aWampum : _bA Paper Presented to the Numismatic and Antiquarian Society of Philadelphia
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2007
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500			_aRelease date is 2007-11-26
508			_aProduced by Stephen Blundell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520			_a"Wampum" by Ashbel Woodward is a scholarly essay that offers a detailed exploration into the historical significance and cultural relevance of wampum, a traditional form of shell bead currency used by Native American tribes. Written in the late 19th century, specifically 1878, the text stems from a presentation made to the Numismatic and Antiquarian Society of Philadelphia in 1868. The essay delves into wampum's origins, manufacturing processes, and its multifaceted roles in both indigenous practices and the burgeoning trade with European colonists. The narrative describes how wampum beads, made from specific types of shells, were not only used as decorative items but also served as a crucial medium of exchange within Native American societies. Woodward discusses the intricate methods of wampum production and how it facilitated trade between coastal and inland tribes. He details its significance in ceremonies, treaties, and social interactions, establishing it as a significant item representing wealth and status. As European traders recognized the value of wampum, it became an important commodity in the fur trade, ultimately influencing colonial economies. The essay provides a rich historical account of how wampum shaped interactions between Native Americans and European settlers, offering insights into the cultural dynamics of that era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aWampum
653			_aIndians of North America -- Money
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