Gordell Wright (Shinnecock) presents a mesmerizing pair of wampum earrings shaped like three moons in different phases - full, half, and crescent. Each moon represents a unique stage of lunar illumination, symbolizing change, transformation, and the cyclical nature of life. The wampum used in these earrings is sourced from the shell of the quahog clam found along the eastern seaboard, carrying deep historical significance for Native people of the Eastern Woodlands as a medium of communication, trade, and peacemaking. Hanging gracefully from a silver ear wire, these earrings measure an elegant 4 inches in length and 1.5 inches in width, making a statement while exuding a sense of grace and harmony.

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wampum