These genuine Niʻihau shell earrings are designed in the crown flower style, where shells are tied into rounded clusters that resemble blossoms. At approximately 3" long, they are a bold and elegant statement piece — full of vibrant color and texture.
✨ Momi shells:
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Lenalena (golden yellow)
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Keʻokeʻo maikaʻi (pearl white)
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ʻŌnikiniki ʻāhiehie (light brown-spotted)
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ʻŌnikiniki ʻeleʻele (black-spotted)
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Uliuli (blue)
✨ Kahelelani shells (flower highlights):
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ʻUlaʻula (red)
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ʻEleʻele (black)
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ʻŌmaʻomaʻo (green)
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ʻĀkala (pink)
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ʻUlaʻula ʻeleʻele (burgundy red)
The balance of the soft momi tones with the brighter Kahelelani accents creates a dramatic yet harmonious look — like a crown woven from tropical blossoms. In Japan, these are treasured as ニイハウ貝イヤリング (Niʻihau earrings), admired for their artistry and rarity.
Details:
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Length: 3"
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Style: Crown flower cluster design
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Shell Types: Momi & Kahelelani
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Colors: See above breakdown
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Materials: Genuine Niʻihau shells, 14k gold-filled hooks
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Lightweight for their size, yet bold in appearance
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.