Wampum Free Form Pendant Pearl sitting high above the crescent

sitting high above the crescent moon

Spring ring closure

Length:  8 1/4"

Stone: Ocean Jasper

Height: 1/8"

Wampum Free Form Pendant Pearl sitting high above the crescentMetal: Sterling Silver Material: Wampum Quahog Shell Length: 1 1 4" 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.