wampum

Example Sentences

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And some of your ingredients felt like home to me, such as the Quogue clam, then later it comes wampum, the first money.

From Salon

Many of his pieces are horizontal, recalling the forms of early panoramic art and the woven wampum belts that are a cultural touchstone of his people.

From New York Times

The English, appreciating the value of wampum solely as currency, tried to fashion the beads into American coinage, but found it too difficult and time-consuming.

From New York Times

At a museum, you learn about a treaty because the intriguing beads of a wampum belt drew you in.

From Washington Post

“Normally I would have a painting of the Oneida bead belt, the wampum belt, somewhere on my bike, my garment, my shoe,” he said.

From Seattle Times