Wampum Large Whale Tail Pendant Local Other Materials: Dark Brown Waxed

Other Materials: Dark Brown Waxed Linen

Inspiried by the Tiffany starfish

Finish: Hammered

Material: Mother Of Pearl Shell and Amethyst

Length: 8"

Wampum Large Whale Tail Pendant Local Other Materials: Dark Brown WaxedMetal: Sterling Silver Material: Wampum Quahog Shell Length: 1 1 4" Width: 1" 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.