90s KOA WOOD Whales Tale/leather Necklace & Adjustable Shell Bracelet Brown

I purchased the whales’ tail necklace in the 90s in Hawaii. The whale's tail, in particular, is a co... Show more

I purchased the whales’ tail necklace in the 90s in Hawaii. The whale's tail, in particular, is a common image in Polynesian tattoos, as it is believed to provide the wearer with good luck and safe travels on the ocean. Whales also symbolize family, tradition, and community in many Polynesian cultures. The leather string needs stretching to lie flat. It has been sitting in my jewelry box for many years, there is also some slight wear on one of the silver springs next to the wooden tail. The bracelet is 3 cowrie shells strung on an adjustable string to fit various wrist sizes.