Wampum X and Oval Pendant Earrings Material: Natural Shell and Resin

Material: Natural Shell and Resin

Length:  1 3/8"

Native Americans carve into their jewelry to create interesting designs and symbolic references

Length:  2 1/4"

Wampum X and Oval Pendant Earrings Material: Natural Shell and ResinMetal: Sterling Silver Material: Wampum Quahog Shell Length: 1" Width: 1 4" This seashell jewelry is made from the purple part of the Quahog Clam Shell, Mercenaria mercenaria. This shell has a time tested cultural significance to the American Indians of northeastern North America. Designs of white (wompampeage) and purple (suckauhock) beads are prized by the American Indian as a symbol of wealth, power and are used to sanctify their wedding vows.