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Weight 0.3 g
Material

Gold, Recycled Silver, Sterling Silver
Chain Option

Belcher chain 16 inch, Belcher Chain 17 inch, Belcher Chain 18 inch, Belcher Chain 20 inch, Belcher Chain 22 inch, Snake Chain 16 inch, snake chain 17 inch, Snake Chain 18 inch
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Groatie/Cowrie Shell Creel Pendant

This sterling silver creel pendant is entirely made by hand and contains a real Cowrie shell collected from an Orkney beach. As each pendant is made to fit each shell there are slight variations to the size. The average size of the whole pendant including the bail is 23-30 mm. Can be made with your own shell.

 

In Orkney Cowries are called Grotie Buckies and are said to bring luck to the bearer. It’s a great sport trying to spot these tiny shells on the shoreline and sometimes it can get quite competative who can collect the most.

There are two spieces of Cowries found in Orkney. Northern Cowrie, which has no markings and the slightly larger European Cowrie which has 3 spots on their backs.

Comes in a gift box ready to be presented to that special person!

All online orders also come in a paper gift bag with a polishing cloth, jewellery care instructions and a small organza bag of seashells collected from my local beach.

Free UK Delivery is available as an option on all orders but for peace of mind an upgrade to Special Delivery for a fully insured service is recommended.

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£75.00

1 review for Groatie/Cowrie Shell Creel Pendant

  1. Michaela –

    Very unique and beautiful piece of jewellery which is just a perfect addition to my Marion Miller collection. Looks very elegant on the necklet chain and is a truly special keepsake from Stronsay

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