Ocean Dreamer's Jewelry

*SOLD* Still Mind Earrings

The captivating colors of deep rich orange and rust of Red Spiney Oyster rondelles stack with a small Hill Tribe Silver bead at the top. The leverback earwires are Sterling Silver.

Spiny Oyster Shell thrives in the warmer waters off the South American coast of Ecuador and Northern Peru and off the coast of Baja California, Mexico. Part of its value to the ancient Peruvians was due to the difficulties involved in harvesting these beautiful shells. They were used by the ancient Incas in jewelry and as money in other pre-Columbian cultures. Shell color will vary due to the changing temperatures in ocean waters and is available in various shades of orange, red and purple and occasionally yellow. It was the shell most loved by the Mayan people, and has been found in abundance in archeological excavations of the Anasazi, Mogollon and Hohokam of Southwest. There are limited suppliers for the Spiny Oyster beads and due to it’s rarity it brings a higher price. It has always been a favorite of the Native American Indian jewelry artists. The quality is determined by the amount of color in the beads rather than the white. It is thought to encourage joy, security and adaptability. It’s deep rich color is inspiring and striking!

Length--1 inch drop.