Chuck Striplen' s Jewelry
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Abalone & Dentalium Jewelry
Dentalium was used as money and to barter for items. These pieces
of jewelry are done in the traditional manner and still worn by the Ohlone
tribe.
Photographed by: Linda Jenkins
Copyright: 5/18/99
Olivella Jewelry
Olivella Jewelry is used in their current dances. These necklaces
are made from the Olivella sea shell and made with leather. They
are done in the traditional manner.