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Vintage Wood Batik Cowrie Earrings

Vintage Wood Batik Cowrie Earrings

$44.00Price

 

A rare, vintage, naturally stained wood bead from the Philippines + a natural cowrie shell.  

 

Each adornment has been smoke cleansed with anglem (burned twined cotton cloth) infused with dragon's blood resin in order to release and drive away malevolent spirits or energies.

 

Cowrie shells have a long history and significance in multiple cultures. Kabibi (or, shell in Tagalog) is used in many Philippine households from jewelry / adornments to functional use. From Africa to Asia and Oceania, cowrie shells were the most commonly used means of payment. Cowrie shells are known to bring good luck and to protect the spirit of the wearer, and many use them in spiritual ceremonies. They also are a sign of femininity and fertility.  I wear them as an amulet and to connect to the Earth and my ancestors. 

 

 

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  • PRODUCT INFORMATION

    All my pieces are created by hand and made to order. I value and use high quality materials to extend the life of each piece. Earring hooks are 18k gold stainless steel + nickel free. Clasps, chains, beads, hoops, jump rings and other hardware are 18k gold filled or 24k gold plated zamak or stainless steel depending on the piece and material availability. Pearls, shells and gemstones and other beads are natural, genuine, and from the Earth and will vary and size, pattern and shade.

  • CARE INFORMATION

    Take off when in contact with water, avoid pulling wire, and clean with a dry cloth and store in cotton cloth bag (free with purchase) when not in use to preserve integrity.  

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