The book "Wampum: A Paper Presented to the Numismatic and Antiquarian Society of Philadelphia" by Ashbel Woodward is a study of the history and significance of wampum, traditional Native American money using certain types of shell and shell. The work examines the production, circulation and symbolism of wampum in the culture of North American tribes. The author analyzes in detail the technique of making wampum, its use in trade and exchange, as well as its religious and cultural significance for indigenous peoples. This work is not only an informative source for the study of wampum, but also a valuable contribution to the study of Native American culture and art.