Spondylus

Examples of Spondylus in the following topics:

• Chimú

  • Sacrifices of spondylus shells and other precious items were made to the Moon.
  • Spondylus shells were used as a currency and as offerings to the deities.

• The Valdivia Culture

  • A main trading item was the red shell of the thorny oyster, called Spondylus, which were often made into ornaments, and were considered more valuable than gold or silver.

• The Sicán

  • In addition, the spondylus shell, emeralds, feathers, and other minerals were imported to the area.