Wampum Long Triangle Pendant Celtic A fun twisted dangle earring

A fun twisted dangle earring

Length:  8 1/4"

Finish: Polished/Antiqued

geometric knot pendant

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

Wampum Long Triangle Pendant Celtic A fun twisted dangle earringMetal: Sterling Silver Material: Wampum Quahog Shell Length: 1 1 2" 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.