Trivia Shell Pendant in Gold

DETAILS A locally found mini trivia shell set in a 14k gold filled bezel with a sterling silver back. Trivia shells are the cousins of cowries, but not as common to find. Their distinctive surface makes them special & unique. They're known for their resemblance to coffee beans. :) Handmade with love in Puerto Rico. SIZE Pendant measures 3/4" tall with the bail, 3/8" wide. Comes on an 18" long dainty chain. Please include a message at checkout if you need a different length. SHIPS IN 1-3 days ✺ WHY ARE SHELLS SO AMAZING? • Shell jewelry has a very ancient past, dating back over 100,000 years. • They are viewed as symbols of womanhood, fertility, birth and wealth. • Shells are associated with the element of water & the moon which drives the tides. Wear them to connect to your intuition & creativity. • Many cultures used shells as a form of currency. Cowrie shells were used in New Zealand, Africa and North America, and Native Americans used wampum as money. • Protection is a shell's primary purpose in nature, as it is made to keep small, defenseless sea creatures safe from harm. Because of this, shells have strong protective energies. • They're beautiful!