{"product_id":"set-of-2-small-cowrie-shell-necklaces-from-papua","title":"Set of 2 Small Cowrie Shell Necklaces From Papua","description":"\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cccccc;\"\u003eSYMBOLS OF ETERNAL LIFE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThis beautiful set of 2 necklaces comes from Papua New Guinea and is handmade by local artisans with Cowrie shells that have been embroidered onto a crochet base made out of natural fibre.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Papua this type of necklace is used during ceremonies and is custom-made for each person. Its round outside shape symbolizes the universe, while the circular hole in the center is a symbol of the opening to eternal life. It is believed to bring the wearer a happy life and protection.\u003cbr\u003eOn Papua shells represent prosperity and are often used during wedding ceremonies, believed to bring emotional and financial wealth. Here shell necklaces have been worn by local tribes since ancient times, to enhance the body as well as marking status and achievements. With the shell’s strong mythological importance they were considered to be the links between the human and the spiritual world, bringing fertility and well-being. In the past, shells travelled on long pathways through the Asian Pacific, used as exchange items or currency and for creating ties and relationships between people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe necklaces come complete with  blackened metal stands and their intriguing story printed out for you inside a beautiful envelope. Being handmade each piece is very slightly different.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e Dimensions: stand heights 25,5 \u0026amp; 32cm and the necklace diameters are around 20cm diameter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAvailable delivery destinations and shipping options are confirmed at checkout. If your destination is not listed, please contact \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@kirschon.com\"\u003einfo@kirschon.com\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering to check whether delivery is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"kirschon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31872723779626,"sku":"21SETNESH1","price":151.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/8390\/4804\/products\/setofpetitecowries.jpg?v=1628735085","url":"https:\/\/kirschon.com\/en-ch\/products\/set-of-2-small-cowrie-shell-necklaces-from-papua","provider":"Kirschon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}