Wampum Large Teardrop Pendant Link Hook and eye closure

Hook and eye closure

Fun spiral earring with a long tail

A simple stylish earring with a long back wire

A beautiful open ended bangle

Wampum Large Teardrop Pendant Link Hook and eye closureMetal: Sterling Silver Material: Wampum Quahog Shell Length: 1 1 4" Width: 1 2" 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.