Pūpū Niʻihau

Niʻihau shells come exclusively from the private island of Niʻihau in Hawaiʻi, where our language and traditions have been protected and preserved by a small community of native Hawaiians. This heritage is woven into the art of Niʻihau shell jewelry, a practice cherished for its beauty and rarity. The process of collecting, sorting, and stringing these shells into masterpieces can take artisans months or even years, reflecting a commitment to excellence and the preservation of cultural craftsmanship.