Wampum Boat Pendant Earrings and a fascination with spiritual

and a fascination with spiritual and mythological art

from contemporary to antique using silver and semi-precious stones

sculptural cuff with three waves of silver

Length: 18" - 20"

Wampum Boat Pendant Earrings and a fascination with spiritualMetal: Sterling Silver Material: Wampum Quahog Shell Length: 1 1 2" Width: 3 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.