Cowrie Shell Wedding Necklace

This 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. This absolutely regal Cowrie Shell Wedding Necklace will make any bride feel like a queen on her special day. The traditional necklace is a ruff-style necklace. It is made of layers of polished white cowrie shells laid out on metal in a circular fashion with a small square of them sticking out from the circle in front. Cascading down from the square are four strings of black beads and white cowrie shells that fall to the hips. A memorable accessory for a memorable day! Made in Kenya. J-N