Natural Purple Wampum Shell Tube Beads Genuine Quahog Sea Column Striped Purple White Organic Strand for Native American Style Jewelry PG206
$23.20 $29.00
✨ Rich Heritage & Vibrant Natural Color ✨
Discover the timeless beauty of natural Wampum. These tube-shaped beads are expertly cut from the Quahog shell, showcasing a magnificent array of deep royal purples, soft lavenders, and crisp whites. Because they are cut as "columns" or "tubes," they show off the natural growth layers of the shell beautifully.
📋 Specifications
- We offer two distinct sizes to fit your design needs:
- Small Tube: Approx. 8mm (Length) x 4mm (Diameter) | ~50 beads per strand
- Long Tube: Approx. 14mm (Length) x 4mm (Diameter) | ~29 beads per strand
- Material: Genuine Quahog Shell (Wampum)
- Hole Size: Approx. 1mm
- Finish: Smoothly polished with a soft, natural luster.
🐚 Beads Meaning & Purpose
- Wampum holds deep symbolic and spiritual value.
- History & Tradition: Traditionally used by Indigenous peoples of the North American Atlantic coast for storytelling, ceremonial gifts, and trade.
- Spirituality: Represents a connection to the ocean's depths and is believed to bring peace, prosperity, and protection to the wearer.
- Healing: Associated with emotional clarity and the soothing energy of the sea.
💡 Suggested Use
- Traditional-Style Chokers: These tubes are the perfect shape for creating "hairpipe" style chokers or breastplate-inspired necklaces.
- Boho-Chic Accents: Pair the purple hues with Turquoise or Sterling Silver for a high-contrast, classic look.
- Delicate Bar Necklaces: Use 3 to 5 of the 14mm tubes on a fine chain for a minimalist, modern aesthetic.
- Dangling Earrings: The 8mm tubes are excellent for multi-strand "fringe" earrings.
🌊 Note: These are 100% natural shells. Each bead is a unique work of art from nature—please expect variations in the ratio of purple to white, which proves their authentic origin.
Fast Shipping: 📦 Your order will be packed with care and shipped quickly from CA.
Shipping from United States
Processing time
1-2 business days
Customs and import taxes
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Payment Options
Returns & Exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 30 days of delivery
I don't accept cancellations
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
Conditions of return
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.