Description: Prehistoric Original Chumash Olivella Shell Bead 2 Strand Necklace Each Strand approximately 30" plus Neck section See Pictures To learn more about these, you can learn more you can reference websites Islapedia and review Youtube by PCAS (Pacific Coast Archaeological Society Brian Barbier. In that presentation, it appeared that these beads sounded like they came from Santa Cruz Island. However, they do mention some in Arizona. My husband was born in California and we lived in Arizona, so that is also a possibility. Also see Fernando Librado Chumash Bead Maker for other information on these beads. California Prehistory writer, Gerrit L. Fenenga did an analysis of the shell pads & ornaments from Ca-MNT-33A, Carmel Valley, Monterey County, California which was part of her research and suggested the site location as on the north bank of the Carmel River about 15 miles from its mouth at Carmel Bay, and is situated on the historic boundary between the Rumen Costanoan and the Esselen (Kroeber 1904, 1925; Heizer 1966; Cook 1974a, 1974b; Levy 1978; Hester 1978). Excavations were conducted there in 1972 by the Monterey County Archaeological Society, and have been briefly reported upon by Howard (1974:39-41). A total of five test pits, each measuring five by five feet, was excavated, and 23 shell artifacts were found. This represents a small collection of artifacts, but is important because it helps to fill a geographic gap in an area of Central California where the nature of aboriginal bead and ornament use is virtually unknown. Questions: If you have any questions, please contact us BEFORE purchasing. Returns: If your package is damaged in delivery, please save all the packing materials and email us so we can set up a claim with the carrier. Shipping: We ship in one business day with insurance and Adult Signature Required. ***Please check our store for other items available*** We strive for 100% Satisfied Customers!
Price: 1299 USD
Location: Tullahoma, Tennessee
End Time: 2025-01-12T17:45:11.000Z
Shipping Cost: 25 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Origin: California
Provenance: Ownership History Not Available
Tribal Affiliation: Chumash
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Handmade: Yes
Culture: Native American: US
