This item was made in Hawaii, and is at least 80% Niihau shell. The actual percentage of Niihau shell in this item is 100%.
Aloha,
Up for sale from a recent client in Honolulu Hawaii, this Vintage Hawaii 3x strand pikake style, brown spotted off white, momi shell, Niihau shell necklace with cowry shell clasp. An independent appraiser inspected, described and evaluated the item. He pointed out that the shells are very well matched in size, color and luster without any sand residue. The items were consigned from the original owner who lives on the island of Kauai, the necklace was purchased between 1950 and 1970 from a friend who lives on the island of Niihau. The condition is described above for more information please check the photos. Free local pick up possible!!!
Measurements:
37 inches long x weight x 116.9g
Condition: The item was inspected and described by an independent appraiser, excellent pre-owned condition, the shells are well matched in color and size, no sand, the shells have a attractive luster, the necklace was acquired by its owner who lives in Kauai from a friend that lives on Niihau between the 1950s and 1970s, this is a well above average Niihau shell necklace
