KARUK Handmade Dentalium Shell & Bead Necklace Belt
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This piece of contemporary Native American designed jewelry is handcrafted by Linda Vit of the Karuk nation using the traditional materials of the Northern California Indian.
Exquisite and versatile, this piece can either be worn as a necklace or as a belt.
The long white shell is dentalium, a species of wide variety. It is found in the Pacific Ocean, as well as other oceans. The Karuk name for these shells is Ira-ish-pook (Indian money). They were a visible show of the material wealth of the owner. Examples of their buying power were a wife or a canoe. These shells were strung and worn during ceremonial gatherings.
These strands are accented with red Hudson Bay and blue Russian beads and finished with soft leather ties.
This necklace comes with an information card with the artist's name and Indian Arts & Crafts Association Member seal.
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PLEASE NOTE: This item is not an artifact. This item was hand crafted by a contemporary Native American artist.
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Item is from a smoke free and pet free household.
PAYMENT METHODS: PayPal. Payment is expected within 5 days of close of auction. SHIPPING AND HANDLING: I do ship internationally. (Please contact me for accurate shipping costs) The item will be packaged very carefully and sent within 24-48 hours after payment has cleared. Unless otherwise stated, I ship via USPS as it is a very reliable service and fully trackable. For International Shipping I use International Priority Mail Express which has full tracking. Please check my feedback and bid with confidence. Email me if you have any questions or require more photos. VLDN6 |
