Shell Dentalium 1.5-2 inch

Dentalium Hexagonum shell beads, sold by the 250-gram lot, in the 1.5–2 inch size range that makes them a go-to for traditional and contemporary regalia work. These are genuine tusk shells — naturally tubular, with a tapered form that's been prized in Indigenous adornment for centuries.

Specifications

• Size: 2"
• Color: Shell Dentalium 1.5-2 inch
• Material: Dentalium Hexagonum
• Quantity: 250g

What to make with them

Their length and natural tube shape make them ideal for fringe on regalia, dance outfits, and powwow pieces, where they move and catch light with every step. They also work well strung as standalone strands or incorporated into statement necklaces and earrings where the shell's sculptural silhouette can do the talking.