Wampum Square Feather Pendant Chain Finish: Polished/Antiqued

Finish: Polished/Antiqued

Silver tarnishes the most when it is exposed to strong environmental influences or becomes dirty

Small polished disks with an eye-catching shine dangle from long ear wires

A medium sized hoop with two flattened areas creating a unique shape

Wampum Square Feather Pendant Chain Finish: Polished/AntiquedMetal: Sterling Silver Material: Wampum Quahog Shell Length: 1 3 4" 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 wedding vows.