Hawaiian cowrie shell and koa seed lei necklace
Updated August 9, 2026
This auction ended on August 19, 2026.
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| Lot number | 159 |
| Category | Jewelry & Watches |
| Auction | Mid Summer Sale |
| Date | August 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT |
| Auction house | Estate Sales of East Texas |
| Location | Tyler, Texas |
This item is a traditional Hawaiian cowrie shell and koa seed lei (also frequently referred to or styled as a kukui nut and cowrie shell necklace).Material and CompositionWhite Elements: Authentic, polished white cowrie seashells aligned back-to-back.Brown Elements: Small, dark brown koa seeds or carved nuts arranged in decorative rosettes between the larger shells.Style: Often associated with mid-century vintage Hawaiian fashion (1960s–1970s), these leis are popular choices for luaus, weddings, and graduatio
