Hawaiian Puka Shell Necklace Vintage 70s w/Marbled Cone Shell Top Puka Pendant

Description: H A W A I I A N ∙ P U K A ∙ S H E L L ∙ N E C K L A C E W I T H ∙ M A R B L E D ∙ C O N E ∙ S H E L L P U K A ∙ P E N D A N T (Read the story about this authentic never owned or worn 70s necklace further down below in this section.) Embrace the spirit of the Hawaiian Islands with this unique Puka Shell Necklace with a Marbled Cone Shell Puka Pendant. This 17” necklace features a collection of genuine Hawaiian 9.5mm to 8.3mm Puka Shells sourced from the beaches of Hawaii, each carrying a rich history and a story of its own, with a unique Puka Pendant. These rare vintage Puka Shell treasures, reminiscent of the iconic 1970s era, have been carefully handpicked and strung together with this uncommon Pendant to create a unique and eye-catching boho design blending vintage charm with contemporary style. Necklace May Be Purchased Without Pendant. V I N T A G E ∙ 1 9 7 0’ s ∙ C O L L E C T I O N – N E W – N E V E R ∙ O W N E D ∙ O R ∙ W O R N VINTAGE ∙ BUT ∙ MODERN ∙ SHELL ∙ JEWELRY H O W ∙ T O ∙ O R D E R • Select if you want the Necklace WITH Pendant Option, Or, Necklace WITHOUT Pendant Option. CUSTOMIZE NECKLACE LENGTH OPTION: You can have the necklace shortened or lengthened to your desired length, by my adding or reducing the necklace shells: Message me with your preferred NECKLACE LENGTH and I’ll make a Private Listing, Custom Order for you. With Pendant: $148.00 YOU CAN MAKE A BEST OFFER FOR THIS ITEM by messaging me your offer and I will respond by messaging you an acceptance or counter offer discounted price. Aloha, Michael Without Pendant: $128.00 YOU CAN MAKE A BEST OFFER FOR THIS ITEM by messaging me your offer and I will respond by messaging you an acceptance or counter offer discounted price. If we agree on price, I will create a new listing without the pendant for you to purchase with. Aloha, Michael O T H E R ∙ I N F O R M A T I O N • Materials: Hawaiian Puka Shells, Marbled Cone Shell Puka Pendant • Necklace Length: 17” • Marbled Cone Shell Puka Pendant: Weight-0.4 Oz.; 37mm (1-1/2”) Diameter • Pendant Bail Wire: Copper • Number of Puka Shells: 137 • Puka Shell Color: White/Off-White • Special Design Feature: Pukas strung with Marbled Cone Shell Puka Pendant • Puka Shell Sizes: Graduated from approx. 9.525mm, 8.731mm, 8.334mm • Necklace Weight: About 2.1 oz. • CLASP: Silver Finish Barrel Clasp • Chain Style: Bead • Style: Boho & Hippie • Condition NEW Never owned or worn • All items are nicely packaged ready to gift in gift box. T U R N ∙ A R O U N D ∙ T I M E • This item is ready to ship in 1 – 2 business days via USPS Ground Advantage Mail. USPS Ground Advantage Mail from Hawaii to the U.S. Mainland typically takes 3 – 6 business days. T H I S ∙ V I N T A G E ∙ N E C K L A C E’ S ∙ S T O R Y – N E W – N E V E R ∙ O W N E D ∙ O R ∙ W O R N H A N D ∙ M A D E ∙ I N ∙ 1 9 7 6 As one of the major ‘Hawaii Movers & Shakers’ of the 70s worldwide Puka Shell craze, I sold thousands of puka necklaces from 1974 through 1976 with my Waikiki retail shop and wholesale to Hawaii and U.S. mainland retail stores. (It’s possible I’m the only one of those 70s ‘Hawaii Movers & Shakers’ still alive!) However, in 1976 the Philippines flooded the market with thousands of cheap, so called, puka shell necklaces. Though some of the necklaces were made of puka shells harvested from islands in the Philippines, most were unauthentic ’manufactured’ necklaces made by collecting thousands living cone shell mollusks; then killing the animal in the shell; then cutting off the very top of the cone shell (the part of the cone shell that would naturally become a puka shell after the animal dies and the shell tumbles in the ocean over many decades), then polishing the edges to give the cut shell the appearance of an ocean polished puka shell. Unfortunately, the people who were buying puka shell necklaces at that time were ignorant of those facts, having no idea what they were actually buying. Due to the flooding of the market with those cheap imported necklaces in 1976 I closed my business, and before it was offered for sale, this VINTAGE 70’s necklace along with my other shell jewelry creations at the time WERE STORED IN RESERVE. Then, 47 years later in 2023 I became aware of the new popularity of Hawaiian Puka Shell Necklaces again. So, I opened and made available that reserve to the public, so they too can enjoy my unique vintage ‘Puka Jewelry Creations’ along with my other vintage ‘Ocean Jewels Hawaii’ creations. This authentic Hawaiian handcrafted necklace was made in 1976 with Pukas collected on the Waianae Coast, Oahu, Hawaii in 1976 as were all the other necklaces listed in this shop, and has been stored in reserve, untouched and unseen, until now. This makes it a unique piece of vintage jewelry, a timeless beauty that has never been owned or worn. NOTE: Along with the hundreds of necklaces I stored in reserve and are now offering in my Etsy shop, were an assortment of thousands of unstrung pukas, that enables me to also make custom necklaces to your design requirements with vintage 70s pukas. T O ∙ O W N ∙ A N D ∙ A D O R N O R ∙ T O ∙ G I F T The Barrel Clasp ensures the necklace stays securely in place, giving you peace of mind as you embark on your daily adventures. Whether you're a free-spirited surfer dude or a boho-loving fashionista, this Puka Shell necklace is a rare find that speaks to your unique sense of style. Its timeless appeal makes it an ideal gift for best friends, wives celebrating anniversaries, or sons graduating from milestone achievements. Delivered in an elegantly packaged gift box, this necklace is ready to be gifted to a loved one or cherished as a personal keepsake. It's a token of friendship, a symbol of love, and a reminder of the beauty that lies within the ocean's embrace. Indulge in the allure of this Hawaiian Puka Shell necklace and let its vintage charm and boho vibes become a part of your unique story. Embrace the joy of wearing a piece that embodies the spirit of the ocean, the love of the beach, and the timeless beauty of Hawaii. Don't settle for a generic piece of jewelry that anyone can buy. Give a gift that's truly special and unique, just like the person you're giving it to. Order your One-of-a-Kind Puka Shell Necklace today!Vintage but modern shell jewelry. Very versatile and timeless piece that will last for years to come. Puka Shell Necklaces are making a comeback. This Puka Shell Necklace is perfect for a variety of occasions, including birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, Easter, or Christmas. It's a great way to show mom, dad, sister, brother, son, daughter, wife, girlfriend, or any other loved one just how special they are to you. And because it's made from natural materials, you can feel good about giving a gift that’s made from nature’s creation and beauty. Not only is this Vintage Puka Shell Necklace a great One-of-a-Kind piece of jewelry, it's also a work of art. This means that you or the person you give this necklace will have a piece of jewelry that is completely unique to you or them, just like you and they are. T H E ∙ W O R D ∙ ‘P U K A’ The word "puka" means ‘hole’ in Hawaiian. Puka shells start out as Cone shells. After the Cone shell’s animal dies, the shell tumbles in the ocean and sand until they become natural little disks with holes in the center – natural ocean jewels. Puka shells are found here on the beaches and chosen because of a naturally created hole in the center, usually caused by the top of the shell being broken off after many decades of tumbling in the ocean and crashing in the surf resulting in the opening of the center of the shell. Then tumbling in the surf and sand gently smoothing all the rough edges. Hawaii’s Marine Biologists state, except for the very small ‘baby’ pukas that can take a decade or more to form, it often takes 50 to 100 years, or longer for some, to form the final puka shell found on Hawaii’s beaches. Each puka shell is so special and unique, no two are alike, and each hold so much ocean history. They have natural grooves and divots as well as worn areas because they are a natural, not a manufactured material. Owning a Puka Shell Necklace is owning a unique piece of the ocean’s history.I have always loved the natural beauty of the colors and patterns of shells and the uniqueness of each shell. I consider them ‘the jewels of the ocean’. I wanted to share the beauty of what nature, and the ocean created with others by creating beautiful shell pendants, earrings, necklaces, leis, and bracelets to emphasize the colors and patterns of these ocean jewels. The appeal and beauty of shells inspired ancient Hawaiians to adorn themselves with these natural jewels of the ocean. Now, ‘Ocean Jewels’ Hawaii makes it possible for you to have and own the timeless beauty of Puka Shells. You are more than a customer. We are Ohana (a family). Your happiness and satisfaction are very important to me. If you've any questions do not hesitate to contact me. It's my pleasure to help you. ❤️ Mahalo nui loa (Thank you very much) for checking out my eBay shop. BUYER’S CAUTION: Unfortunately, I’ve discovered in my google research, that among the many legitimate Hawaii sellers that sell genuine Hawaiian necklaces made from authentic puka shells they are now collecting from Hawaii’s beaches, today there are also people, selling online, and representing the necklaces they’re selling as made in Hawaii with Hawaiian puka shells, when they are actually Philippine ’manufactured’ necklaces made from living baby cone shells using the same process as I just described above, and sometimes polishing the bottom and edges of the cut shell to make them look like ‘ocean polished pukas’ and calling them puka shell necklaces. BUYER BEWARE! © 2023 All images are copyrighted by ‘Ocean Jewels’ Hawaii. All rights reserved.

Price: 148 USD

Location: Aiea, Hawaii

End Time: 2024-11-28T02:40:13.000Z

Shipping Cost: N/A USD

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Hawaiian Puka Shell Necklace Vintage 70s w/Marbled Cone Shell Top Puka Pendant

Item Specifics

All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted

Pendant Shape: Round

Closure: Barrel

Occasion: Anniversary, Birthday, Christening, Christmas, Confirmation/Communion, Engagement, Father's Day, Graduation, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, Wedding

Main Stone Color: White

Year Manufactured: 1970-1979

Secondary Stone: Shell

Necklace Length: 17 in

Jewelry Department: Fashion

Main Stone: Shell

Vintage: Yes

Unit Type: Unit

Main Stone Shape: Round

Style: Pendant

Unit Quantity: 1

Handmade: Yes