Natural USA East Coast Quahog Wampum Shell Beads, Authentic Purple White Shell, Flat Oval 12x16mm, Jewelry Making - PG192
$32.00
π Etsy Title
Natural Wampum Shell Beads Flat Oval Purple White Shell Beads 12x16mm 15.5" Strand Native Style Jewelry Making
π Natural Wampum Shell Flat Oval Beads
Beautiful Natural Wampum Shell beads featuring an attractive mixture of deep purple, lavender, mauve, cream, white, and naturally banded shell patterns.
Each bead is cut and polished into a smooth flat oval shape, highlighting the unique layers and coloration naturally found within the shell. No two beads are exactly alike.
π Size & Quantity
Material: Natural Wampum Shell
Shape: Flat Oval
Size: Approx. 12mm x 16mm
Strand Length: Approx. 15.5 inches
Quantity: Approx. 25 beads per strand
Color: Purple, Lavender, Mauve, Cream & White
Sold By: One strand
Measurements and quantities are approximate and may vary slightly from strand to strand.
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π Natural Purple & White Variation
One of the most beautiful characteristics of Wampum Shell is its natural variation. Within a strand you may find:
π Deep purple and plum
πͺ» Lavender and mauve
π€ Cream and white
π€ Natural tan and brown markings
γ°οΈ Fine parallel bands and layered patterns
Some beads may be predominantly white or cream, while others can be rich purple or display a combination of several colors.
β¨ Flat Oval Shape
The smooth flat oval cut provides a larger surface area for displaying the shell's natural colors and banding while maintaining a comfortable, lightweight profile for jewelry designs.
π Perfect for Jewelry Making
Excellent for necklaces, bracelets, earrings, coastal jewelry, shell jewelry, statement pieces, bohemian designs, and other handmade creations.
π About Wampum Shell
Wampum beads are traditionally associated with shells from the northeastern coast of North America, especially the purple and white portions of hard-shell clams. The naturally occurring purple and white layers create the distinctive coloration prized in Wampum-style shell beads.
πΈ Natural Variation
Because this is a natural shell material, every bead will vary in color and pattern. Please expect differences in purple-to-white ratio, banding, markings, thickness, shape, and surface characteristics.
The strand you receive may contain both predominantly purple and predominantly white beads, as shown in the photos.
π Why Buy From Perfect Gems?
β Natural Wampum Shell beads
β Beautiful purple & white coloration
β Smooth polished flat oval shape
β Approx. 12mm x 16mm
β Approx. 25 beads per strand
β Approx. 15.5" full strand
β Each bead has a unique natural pattern
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Returns accepted within 14 days
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.
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
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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.