Hapa Tahitian Pearl+ Heriloom Puka Necklace

Please note that this necklace is unfinished...this gives you the opportunity to choose your perfect length. Upon checkout, please enter your preferred length (up to 18 inches) in the "Order Special Instructions" box. This Hapa Necklace, which translates to 'half' in Hawaiian, is a delicate combination of colorful surf polished pukas and a beautiful 9mm Tahitian pearl. This pearl has high luster and gorgeous natural chocolate shades to compliment the variety of heirloom  puka colors which span from deep brown to lavender to baby pink.. I chose a warm chestnut color cord to highlight the warm tones of this particular Tahitian pearl. The cord is hand twisted 6ply rope, and I think it offers a beautiful natural aesthetic that compliments the smooth and polished features of the puka shells and pearl. The necklace gets the 'Hapa' name from this design detail ~ as it is half rope, half shell. The shell detail (14 pukas and one pearl) is delicate and feminine, and measures 2 inches. The minia