Heritage Antique Rarotonga Shell Lei

Name: Heritage Antique Rarotonga Shell Lei
Brand: kyetaka
SKU: 61e2fbc36e2846c0bb4824db
Price: 311.0 USD
Availability: InStock

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An exquisite piece from the past, this shell lei is stunning with colors ranging from ombré browns, caramel to chocolate, to the creamiest golden, to white. It’s graceful, but the spotted cone shells give it an unexpected geometric edge. With a main trio of shell types holding court, there’s one larger holding place. Wear it hanging at the bottom like a pendant, or bring it up in an asymmetric look to sit on your clavicle. Overall it’s just a gorgeous example of the art form, and for a piece so old, unexpectedly modern. Antique, strung on kangaroo sinew by Niue women. Rarotonga Tahitian li. Very rare. In excellent vintage condition with some expected patina, including minor shell damage, but overall it’s survived the years well. Age guess is difficult, but I’d say this is pre 1920’s, at the least. Questions and offers are always welcome. I have a large range of Hawaiian and Tahitian shell jewelry available including niihau, kahelelani, puka momi, pupu and pikake. Looking for something specific? Ask me: I may just have it! Many items are not listed yet, including some of my personal collection that I’m waffling on. Thank you for stopping by my Posh shop!

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