Wampum Heart Swirl Pendant Earrings A delicate swirly dangle earring

A delicate swirly dangle earring

This stone is characterized by spherical and wavy patterns that can be found in a variety of colors but most commonly

graphic design playing on negative and positive space

These fun chandelier earrings feature delicate pointed dangles

the origins of the stone have been hotly contested

Wampum Heart Swirl Pendant Earrings A delicate swirly dangle earringMetal: Sterling Silver Material: Wampum Quahog Shell Length: 1 1 4" Width: 7 8" 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.