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Niihau Shell Lei - 10 Strands, 44" Momi Ke'oke'o (White "Dove Shells")

Currency:USD Category:Jewelry / Fine Jewelry Start Price:10.00 USD Estimated At:3,000.00 - 4,000.00 USD
Niihau Shell Lei - 10 Strands, 44  Momi Ke'oke'o (White  Dove Shells )
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This item SOLD at 2017 Jul 16 @ 17:00UTC-10
Niihau Shell Lei. Authenticated. Momi Ke'oke'o (White "Dove Shells"). 10 strands measuring 44 inches including the clasp. The Cowry clasp is a traditional Poleholeho "apu'upu'u or bumpy or Granulated cowry, white due to sun bleaching measuring 1 and 1/8th inch enhanced with 2 traditional Puka shells- naturally worn cone shell bottoms with convenient holes on each side of the cowry. Assessed characteristics: Good selection of shell color, size, and luster. Appropriate fluidity, size and flow of the strands. Overall good luster. Note: Could use some cinching up near the clasp.