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This handcrafted four-strand Kipona-style Niʻihau shell jewelry (ニイハウシェルジュエリー) lei reflects the artistry and heritage of Hawaiʻi. Woven with genuine Momi and Kahelelani shells, it flows with fullness and color balance — a patient, detailed creation that honors generations of Hawaiian craftsmanship.
At its heart rests a 27 mm Sunrise shell from Oʻahu, glowing in rich shades of orange and red. Highly sought after and increasingly rare, this centerpiece transforms the lei into a collector’s treasure — timeless, elegant, and filled with aloha.
To learn more about the meaning and origin of these shells, visit the ShellsHawaii blogs (https://shellshawaii.com/blog/) for stories on Momi Shells, Kahelelani Shells, and the Niʻihau Shell Jewelry Buyer’s Guide.
Details
• Length: 18½" (measured end to end)
• Style: Four-strand Kipona (Pupu O Niʻihau)
• Shells: Genuine Momi and Kahelelani shells from Niʻihau
• Colors:
• Momi tones — dark blue (ʻUliʻuli), golden yellow (Lenalena), white (Keʻokeʻo), brown-spotted (ʻŌnikiniki ʻĀhiehie), black-spotted (ʻŌnikiniki)
• Kahelelani tones — light green (ʻŌmaʻomaʻo ʻĀhiehie), hot pink (ʻĀkala Pua), yellow Kamoa, red burgundy (ʻUlaʻula), chocolate (Mākuʻe), black (ʻEleʻele), deep green (ʻŌmaʻomaʻo Ikaika)
• Centerpiece: 27 mm Sunrise shell (Oʻahu origin)
• Clasp: Granulated cowrie shells
Authenticity & Disclaimer
Jewelry made with 100% authentic Niʻihau shells and a genuine Sunrise shell from Oʻahu. Designed and created with aloha.
Please note: Color may appear slightly different depending on your screen resolution. I do my best to photograph each piece so the colors shown are as close as possible to what you’ll see in person.
If you have any questions or need help choosing, please feel free to contact me.
