Wampum Round Post Earring Mexican Simple and beautiful layered ovals

Simple and beautiful layered ovals

This canyon lies north of the small town of San Cristobal and its steep slopes are covered with dense vegetation

accented with a shimmery hammered texture

Width:  3"

Wampum Round Post Earring Mexican Simple and beautiful layered ovalsMetal: Sterling Silver Material: Wampum Quahog Shell Backing: Post Length: 1 2" Width: 1 2" 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