Wampum Round Link Bracelet Rhode Island Jewelry yellow and brown

yellow and brown

Elegant hammered trapezoids hanging from french wires

Shell: Mother of Pearl

detailed with a wavy hammered texture

A lovely bracelet featuring detailed scallop shells and starfish

Wampum Round Link Bracelet Rhode Island Jewelry yellow and brownMetal: Sterling Silver Material: Wampum Quahog Shell Closure: Lobster Claw Length: 8" 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