Wampum Mosaic Dolphin Pendant Local A lovely ornate sprial dangle

A lovely ornate sprial dangle with a small flower detail

Classic Fleur-de-lis dangling from french wires

The craftsmen who carve both the mammoth ivory and the walrus ivory

Fun stylized starfish stud earrings

Wampum Mosaic Dolphin Pendant Local A lovely ornate sprial dangleMetal: Sterling Silver Material: Wampum Quahog Shell Length: 3 4" Width: 1 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.