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uthentic Niʻihau shell lei in the elegant Four-Strand Kipona style (ニイハウ シェル ジュエリー). Handwoven with genuine Momi and Kahelelani shells, this design reflects the patience, balance, and artistry passed down through generations of island craftsmanship.
Each shell is carefully chosen and arranged to create a smooth, graceful twist — full of natural luster and soft movement. It’s a timeless piece made with real seashells from Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, perfect as a meaningful gift for your loved one or as one of those truly handmade Hawaiian gifts filled with aloha and tradition.
If you’d like to learn more about what makes these shells so special, visit:
✨ What Are Kahelelani Shells?
✨ What Are Momi Shells?
✨ Niʻihau Shell Jewelry Buyer’s Guide
✨ Hawaiian Jewelry Gift Guide
✨ When You’re Tempted to Buy but Still Unsure
Details at a Glance
• Length: 19" (before clasp)
• Thickness: ¼"
• Style: Four-Strand Kipona (Tied Technique) — this lei is created using the traditional tied method, where each shell is individually tied and positioned by hand to achieve the perfect spiral pattern. This classic approach showcases the precision and rhythm required in authentic Niʻihau shell weaving.
• Shells: Genuine Momi and Kahelelani shells
• Origin of Shells: Niʻihau & Kauaʻi
• Colors: Yellow (Lenalena), green (ʻŌmaʻomaʻo), red burgundy (ʻUlaʻula), pink (ʻĀkala), pink flower (ʻĀkala Pua), brown (Mākuʻe), black (ʻEleʻele), and chocolate Kahelelani tones
• Clasp: This lei will be finished with a 14K solid gold safety clasp hook, which adds approximately ½ inch to the overall length.
➡️ If you would like to change your clasp, here are the available options — please contact me here before placing your order.
• Double granulate cowrie shell (+ approx. 2" length) — $4,150
• 14K gold-filled safety clasp (+ ½" length) — $4,075
✨ If you decide to keep the 14K solid gold clasp as shown, I will send you final photos of your finished lei before shipping out your order so you can see the completed piece.
• Certificate: Comes with a signed Certificate of Authenticity verifying the shell origin and craftsmanship.
Authenticity & Disclaimer
Jewelry made with 100% authentic shells from Hawaii. Designed and created with aloha.
Shell Composition: Approximately 92.7% Niʻihau shells and 7.3% Kauaʻi shells. This lei will come with a signed Certificate of Authenticity verifying the origin of the shells and confirming that it meets Niʻihau shell jewelry standards.
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