Beautiful Wampum Quahog shell and sterling silver earrings. Wampum shells are purple and white striped and found along the New England Coast. These earrings are made up carved purple sea turtle beads. They are accented with sterling silver and a white and purple wampum bead on top. They dangle below French ear wires. All metal is 925 sterling silver.

Historically, Wampum was used by various Native American tribes, including the Iroquois and the Algonquin, as a form of currency and for ceremonial purposes, storytelling, and as a means of recording treaties and agreements. Once European settlers arrived in the Americas, wampum became the predominant form of currency in trade between Native Americans and Europeans, especially in the 17th century.

Total Length of Earrings: 1-1/2 inches (40mm).

The earrings are ready for shipping and will arrive in a gift box with ribbon, ready for gift giving.
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