A manilla looks like a bangle, but its opening is too wide to be used as jewellery. In fact, Manillas were used for centuries as a currency by Europeans to trade with West African nations.
If you are curious to learn about the history of Manillas, here you can find a suitable read: The West African Manilla Currency.
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