3 Vintage 1970's Cowrie Shell 9” Trivets Doilies featuring their glossy design

3 Vintage 1970's Cowrie Shell 9” Trivets/ Doilies featuring their glossy design. Cowrie shells, specifically Monetaria moneta, also known as money cowries. These shells have a long history of being used as currency in Africa, Asia, and the Pacific islands. They are small, glossy, and have a distinctive shape with a domed top and a flat underside. Perfect as hot pads to protect surfaces from heat damage or u see a potted plant. The shells are arranged in a circular pattern, creating a decorative and functional piece. Many use as a design element in decor. Interesting connection to the past and useful today. Measures: 9” x 1/8” Weight: under 2 lbs.