COWRIES philo baba

Radiant cowries of the esteemed African pride 
What a wonder at your prudence 
As a virtuous bride 

For centuries, you were a potent economic catalyst 
Measuring the value of exotic wares on behalf of our kind ancestors 

Your skilled painting in crystal milk by nature 
Gives you a cosy look 
A symbol of peace, respect and sincerity, 
Immersed in moderation 

When haggling the cost of wares 
with the invisible hands in splenetic cum jaunty interactions. 
Mindful of the gain of each party in the raucous discourse. 
Distant from greed, extortion or economic vice apparitions. 


Your weighty size 
Emboldens your image and stand 
Amongst numerous currencies of the western world. 
Your  glistening skin and serrated button, 
encrypts the world in speechless glue at your sassy outfit 

Your inbuilt gift of mesmerising versatility in purpose 
Diversity, 
Declares you a wonderful socioeconomic device by nature to several merchants. 

You give lustre to the tunics of hunters 
And 
Exquisite antiquity to the modern day fashion 

Kids are kept at sea at your glance 
Elders pay homage to your ruggedness and durability 

The world salutes your unique frame 
Held in the palms of our agelong descents,yet, you remain the same.

You are indeed an ancient seed of awesome merchandize and ritzy fashion.