Overall Length: 25″

An embrace of glorious conus shells culminating in three carved jade focal beads and an exquisite intricately hand carved century old open work ivory pendant depicting the sacred spirit animal-the dragon. The oldest form of adornment, shells also are important symbols of fertility, birth, death and resurrection. The sacred dragon is a good luck symbol of protection and the most important creature in Chinese symbology. A life guide in Chinese culture, the dragon challenges the wearer to overcome obstacles and encourages self-healing.

Overall Length: 17.5″

Hand knotted rare shell bead necklace with three hand carved old faience scarabs and artisan handcrafted sterling silver clasp. Shells, the oldest form of adornment, spiritually represent birth, death and resurrection, coming from the all powerful sea with the ebb and flow of the waves. Spiritually similar to shells, sacred scarabs represent birth and renewal.

Overall Length:  18″

Handcrafted white jasper gemstone inlaid in etched brass with hand knotted old, rare Naga shell beads, old ostrich shell focal beads, and artisan brass clasp. The most important gemstone to relieve stress, white jasper is called “the supreme nurturer” in that it fosters states of calm and relaxation. It also lifts the spirit and creates joy. Seashells are the oldest form of adornment. They historically represent serenity and shelter from harm. Brought from the all-powerful sea by the ebb and flow of  waves, shells mirror the life forces of birth, death and resurrection. Ostrich shells were used initially as containers for their lightness and transportability. The mother ostrich lays her eggs in the sand and then forgets them, letting the sun incubate them.

Drop Length: 19″-22″

Adjustable short bone and bicone brass bead necklace with large shell crescent pendant. The moon crescent is an ancient symbol of protection. Brass attracts healing and wealth for the wearer.

Overall Length:  19″

Hand knotted rare shell bead necklace with a turquoise howlite Pagan cross set in repousse white metal and an artisan handcrafted turquoise clasp. Historically, howlite is used for relieving stress thereby creating relaxation. The oldest form of adornment, shells are important symbols of fertility, birth, death and resurrection.

Overall Lengths: 48″

Two strands of beautiful, freshwater white pearls hand tied to distressed leather. Historically, pearls were a sign of wealth and purity. These interesting strands can be worn in multiple ways–as a choker, as a waterfall necklace, a lariat or a belt.