18", 2 strand rare Kahelelani Hawaiian Lei made of precious gem quality shells carefully collected on the Island of Ni`ihau Hawaii, known as the Forbidden Island. The artist used the herringbone style string technique on each of the two strands.  Each strand is a varying color blend.

Length: 18"

Materials:

• kahelelani ‘akala pua (light pink tiny shells)
  
• kahelelani ‘oma‘oma ‘o (light brown tiny shells)
  
• Puka shell (white end cap)
  
• Twist barrel clasp
  

More information at http://www.niihauheritage.org/ and www.kauaifinds.com
Barbara Kauai Hawaii USA