Wampum Long Triangle Pendant Celtic A fun twisted dangle earring

A fun twisted dangle earring

These detailed hand made earrings depict a beautiful hanging tulip

English and French contact the word Wampum was used for both the purple and white part of the shell in the form of tubular beads

Length:  8 1/4"

Wampum Long Triangle Pendant Celtic A fun twisted dangle earringMetal: 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.