Wampum Beads

Wampum Beads are small, cylindrical beads traditionally handcrafted from the white and purple shells of the quahog clam. The quahog clam is native to the northeastern shores of North America. These beautiful beads hold deep cultural, historical, and spiritual significance for many Native American tribes. Historically, these beads were woven into wampum belts, which served as sacred tools for recording treaties, memorializing agreements, and conveying messages between tribes.

Today, both the natural shell beads, glass replica beads and clay replica beads are used in Native American beadwork. You will find them in traditional jewelry such as necklaces, earrings bracelets, and regalia. These intricate beadwork pieces reflect centuries of Indigenous artistry and storytelling.

Want to learn more? Discover the rich traditions and evolving legacy in our full article: Wampum Beads History – click here to explore the history and meaning of wampum.

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Wampum Beads – Glass Trade
$2.75 – $26.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Wampum Beads – Glass Trade Reproduction Colors
$2.75 – $26.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Wampum Beads – Matte Finish
$3.25 – $32.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Wampum Beads – Clay
$6.95 – $159.95 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Wampum – Large Glass White
$2.75 Add to cart
Wampum Beads – Glass
$3.25 – $32.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Wampum Round Bead
$3.70 – $7.95 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Wampum Rice Beads
$6.50 Add to cart
Wampum Tubes
$4.95 – $12.25 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Wampum Tube Strands
$85.00 – $175.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Wampum Hairpipe
$8.75 – $10.95 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Wampum Jewelry Fetish Bird
$10.95 Add to cart

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