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This handcrafted Hawaiian shell lei features genuine Momi and Kahelelani shells from Niʻihau in a beautiful Double-Double Kipona style design. The traditional Crown Flower tying technique is combined with colorful Kahelelani shells and medium-dark baroque Tahitian pearls, creating a unique design that brings together traditional Niʻihau shell jewelry with an elegant modern island style.
For anyone who loves Hawaiian island jewelry and the natural beauty of pearls, this one-of-a-kind Niʻihau shell lei offers a beautiful combination of both. Its colorful shells and Tahitian pearls make it a distinctive statement piece and a meaningful Hawaiian gift for someone who appreciates authentic handcrafted shell jewelry with a modern touch.
Details
• Origin: Niʻihau
• Overall Length: 22 1/4" end to end after the clasp is added
• Thickness: Approximately 3/8"
• Style: Double-Double Kipona
• Technique: Crown Flower style tied with Kahelelani shells in between
• Shell Type: Genuine Momi & Kahelelani Shells
- Momi Colors: Blue, brown spotted Onikiniki, yellow Lenalena, black spotted & white
- Kahelelani Colors: Red burgundy, ʻakala pua (pink flower), green, rare and very hard-to-find red, natural keʻokeʻo, dark brown & soft pale pink (size 11)
• Pearls: Medium-dark baroque Tahitian pearls
• Pearl Size: Approximately 9–10 mm, with natural variations in size and shape
• Clasp: Brown granulate cowrie shells
• Certificate: Certificate of Authenticity included
Please Note: The brown granulate cowrie shell clasp will be added to this lei after purchase. Once the clasp is completed, I will send you final photos of the finished lei before shipping. This beautiful lei will come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
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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• Niʻihau shell bracelet sizing guide
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• Beginner guides for Hawaiian shell jewelry
• Customer testimonials
• FAQ blogs
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