In this respect we are reminded of the Australian scales, which were so rudimentary as really to preclude any proper use of the word "system" in connection with them.
Counting among the South American tribes was often equally limited, and even less regular.

Following are the significant numerals of the scale in question: CHIBCHA, OR MUYSCA.[371] 10.

hubchibica.
20.

quihica ubchihica = thus says the foot, 10 = 10-10, or gueta = house.
30.

guetas asaqui ubchihica = 20 + 10.
40.