Cowries are a family of sea snails, or mollusks. The cowrie shell has oodles of cultural history, both as money and for ceremonial purposes. Current usage is mostly for jewelry and other adornment, and this appealing bead is ideal for tropical themed designs.

TierraCast BEAD-Cowrie Shell-Antiqued Silver Plated Specifications:

• Product: Bead 
• Material: Lead-free Pewter
• Brand: TierraCast
• Country: USA
• Plating: Silver
• Finish: Antiqued
• Size: Width: 14.6mm, Height: 9.8mm, Hole Diameter: 1.5mm
• Quantity: sold by 1 piece