Wampum Turtle Pendant Turkey Jenny Byrne

Jenny Byrne

Width: 3/16"

Length: 5/8"

The unique colors of the ancient ivory are created but the minerals from the soil

Humber’s pendant is inscribed with the runes in the order that they appear on the actual stone

Wampum Turtle Pendant Turkey Jenny ByrneMetal: Sterling Silver Material: Wampum Quahog Shell Length: 1 3 8" 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.