Wampum Long Mosaic Earrings Mexican Backing: Wire

Backing: Wire

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

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Width: 1 3/4

Width: 5/8"

Wampum Long Mosaic Earrings Mexican Backing: WireMetal: Sterling Silver Material: Wampum Quahog Shell Backing: French Wire Length: 1 1 4" 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