Wampum Quahog Shells Ancient Source RI Lot of 8 XL 3- 3 1/2 " MATCHED PAIRS Sale

Description

Wampum Quahog Shells Ancient Source- SouthEastern RI 8pcs XL Size per lot RARE MATCHED PAIRS
These clams were sourced by me personally, locally, from The Great Salt Pond in Wakefield RI.  This is generally considered to be the original source for quahog shell Wampum dating back hundreds of years by local tribes. This remains the same today, with local native artisans producing a range of beautiful jewelry and personal items.
The confluence of the Atlantic Ocean with the Pond itself produces quahog clams with significant wampum shell purple coloring.
These clams are only accessible by boat and are not "beach finds". These shells are dug, scrubbed, shucked and cleaned for sale entirely by hand. No heat or exposure to the sun. Each lot contains 8 pcs, ranging in size from 3 to 3 1/2 inches . The lots are numbered(see images), so you can select the exact shells you will
receive
. If you do not select a lot by number, we will send the next lot up.
All shells are MATCHED PAIRS as they came out of the Pond. Still hinged together at this time. These shells will most likely separate during shipping as the hinges are fragile and we must protect the shells from damage during transit. This is virtually
unavoidable
. If you
absolutely
need the shells to remain hinged together, please message me and we will discuss as shipping will be considerably more with no guarantee.
Smaller shells available (2-3 inches) 12 per lot in a separate eBay listing. Matched pairs, 14 per lots available for a limited time in a separate listing.
Larger XXL shells (3.5-4 inches) 6 per lot, are available in a separate eBay listing.
If provenance is important to you, these shells are for you! If not, but you want quality, these are for you!