Vintage Handmade Cowrie Shell & Bead Choker Necklace With Cowrie Shell Earrings
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Timeless, glossy, porcelain-like, natural cowrie shells and clear beads, twist and float around the silver wire of this 13”L choker. Intricately handmade and designed, the smooth, shiny white shells and clear, brilliant beads are snuggly, but gently wrapped in wire to create this charming choker that subtly, graces the neck. Dangling from each silver-tone, fish-hook earring is a single, delicate, natural cowrie shell charm. The beautiful cowrie shells, which are symbols of womanhood, fertility, birth, and wealth throughout the world, have been historically used as currency in Africa, China, and India, and upon first glance, one can see why they are so highly prized and favored! The smooth surface and toothed opening on the shells make a remarkable fashion statement and conversation piece. The silver twists that fashion the necklace are coated with a gentle, undisturbed, natural patina.
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Necklace
- Metal: Silver-tone wire
- Finish: Undisturbed, natural patina on wire only. Glossy, porcelain-like finish on natural cowrie shells.
- Condition: Excellent vintage
- Weight: 19.6g
- Clasp: Hand-twisted hook
- Measurements: 13”L
Earrings
- Metal: Silver-tone metal
- Finish: Shiny silver on clasps only. Glossy, porcelain-like finish on natural cowrie shells.
- Condition: Excellent vintage
- Weight: 4.1g
- Clasp: Fish-hook
- Measurements: Approx. ¾”L x ½”W plus an additional ½”L for dangle drop.
- Gift box and wrapping may vary.
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