ONE OF A KIND
Hydrangea Quahog Shell Ruthie B. Necklace with Barnacles
Striations of soft, hydrangea purples swirl through this strand of quahog shell beads. Through the strand, patches of brown shell add an organic touch to the whimsical homage to the sea. The shell orbs are strung together on black silk with delicate barnacle details and a gold fish hook clasp.
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Quahogs are a marine bivalve found in North and Central America. They are generally called "clams" and are used in many foods, particularly clam chowder. Quahog shells are white and royal purple; they were once carved into beads, called "wampum," and traded as currency by the indigenous people of the Eastern Woodlands Tribes of North America.
MOHs Hardness: 2.5-4.5
Origins: North America
Care: Shells are made up of organic materials and should be treated with particular care: please avoid putting your shell jewelry on abrasive surfaces or knocking or dropping your piece. To keep your shell jewelry clean, use warm water and a cloth gently. Do not use a steam cleaner or ultrasonic cleaner. Avoid exposing your shell jewelry to chemicals, oils, soaps, etc. at all costs.
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the story of ruthie b.
An homage to Hannah's childhood and the nostalgia of her fishing home, this collection comprises gritty nautical-inspired pieces. The collection is named after Hannah's father's fishing vessel, the Ruthie B, which was named after Hannah's mother. Ruthie B. celebrates the mystery and natural peculiarity of the ocean that painted the artist’s childhood. In their weathered island home, Hannah and her six siblings learned how to entertain themselves amidst the chaos that comes with such a large family. The dingy fishing paraphernalia that littered their backyard was a playground of inspiration: raw snapshots of beauty against the clean backdrop of their hometown of Nantucket. These familiar moments inspired her to create beauty of her own. Shop the full Ruthie B. Collection.
