Stone Money
Stone Money refers to large circular discs made of limestone that were used as a form of currency by the inhabitants of the island of Yap in Micronesia. These stones were quarried from the island of Palau and transported to Yap, often requiring long and dangerous journeys by sea. The value of the stone money was determined by factors such as size, shape, and history, rather than physical possession or location. The stones were used for important transactions such as weddings, inheritance, and other significant events in Yapese society. Today, stone money continues to hold cultural and historical significance for the people of Yap.