Wampum Small Heart Post Earring Hoop This pendant is filled with

This pendant is filled with whimsy

with exquisite intricacy

This beautiful handcrafted pendant features six stylized hearts within a large heart

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

Length: 7" with 1 1/4" extender

Wampum Small Heart Post Earring Hoop This pendant is filled withMetal: Sterling Silver Material: Wampum Quahog Shell Backing: Post Length: 1 4" Width: 1 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