Braid & Bead Shell Necklace Set

Stylish and bold, this Braid & Bead Shell Necklace & Earrings makes a dramatic addition to any ensemble The cowrie shell is an important symbol that is steeped in a rich, ancient tradition in Africa It symbolizes both spiritual connection to the ocean and goddess and material, earthly wealth The necklace is a breastplate design It is shaped like an inverted triangle and made of rows of polished white cowrie shells connected with braided black cord and beads The cuff bracelet is also made of rows of white cowrie shells connected by braided black cord The earrings have 3 polished white cowrie shells dangling from black beads The necklace is 23” around and 11” in length The bracelet is 3” wide and 8” in length The earrings are 6” in length Made in the Phillipines J-S716