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These earrings are handcrafted from 100% authentic Kahelelani shells (カヘレラニ貝) collected on the island of Niʻihau. The shells are a beautifully balanced mix of Kahelelani (yellow kamoa), Kahelelani ʻulaʻula (red burgundy), Kahelelani ʻomaʻomaʻo (green), and Kahelelani (natural ). Each tiny shell is hand-selected for its color, texture, and natural matte finish — creating a soft, earthy harmony that captures the essence of Hawaiʻi’s island beauty.
Designed in the 4-strand Poepoe tied style, these earrings have a full, rounded shape that moves gently with every turn. The design is topped with white Puka shells and finished with 14K gold-filled hooks, offering a perfect blend of traditional artistry and timeless elegance. These earrings truly embody the beauty and authenticity of Niʻihau shell jewelry (ニイハウ シェル ジュエリー) — rare, meaningful, and created with aloha.
If you’re new to the shells used in Niʻihau shell jewelry, you can start here — I’ll link this to my History Blog soon. You can also visit my ShellsHawaii Blogs to explore shell colors, traditional styles, and the stories behind my creations.
Details
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Length: 1 1/4"
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Thickness: 1/4"
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Materials: Genuine Kahelelani shells (yellow kamoa), ʻulaʻula (red/burgundy), ʻomaʻomaʻo (green), and keʻokeʻo (natural); white Puka tops; 14K gold-filled findings
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Style: 4-Strand Poepoe (tied)
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Finish: natural luster
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Findings: 14K gold-filled hooks
Jewelry made with 100% authentic Niʻihau shells. Designed and created with aloha.
Please note: Color may appear slightly different depending on your screen resolution. I do my best to photograph each set so the colors shown are as close as possible to what you’ll see in person.
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