This cowrie shell is an important symbol that is steeped in a rich, ancient tradition in Africa. It symbolizes both spiritual connection to the ocean and goddess and material, earthly wealth. This regal Cowrie Shell & Bead V-Shaped Necklace contains the power of the cowrie shell in a stylish and elegant necklace. The necklace is made of small black beads with a row of cowrie shells hanging from it. Those cowrie shells have a line of black beads hanging from them with more cowrie shells hanging from them. These rows of cowrie shells and black beads form a V-shaped breastplate design. Made in Kenya. J-N165