The cowrie range (otherwise known as Corries, Groatie Buckies and John O'Groats!*)

Introducing a very special shell...

Many people throughout history have found the very rounded, shiny, porcelain-like shells of cowries pleasing to look at and to handle (especially me!).  Shells of certain species have historically been used as currency in several parts of the world as well as being used very extensively in jewellery and for other decorative and ceremonial purposes.  My mother and I have spent hours and hours hunting and collecting these fascinating little shells and I'm sure you have too!

*One of my lovely Scottish customers has recently informed me that these beautiful shells are also known as Corries, Groatie Buckies and John O'Groats in Scotland!  

large cowrie pendant in solid sterling silver...

£ 27.00 

The largest of my cowrie family from Tresco.  Suspended from a 5mm jump ring, the cowrie itself measures 16mm in length.

Your cowrie can be finished in a matte or high polish. 

IN STOCK

 

medium cowrie pendant in solid sterling silver...

£ 23.00 

The middle of my cowrie family (and most popular) from St Marys Porthcressa Beach.  Suspended from a 5mm jump ring, the cowrie itself measures 10mm in length.

Your cowrie can be finished in a matte or high polish.

CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK

 

medium cowrie pendant in 9ct yellow gold...

£ 185.00 

The middle of my cowrie family (and most popular) from St Marys Porthcressa Beach in solid 9ct yellow gold.  Suspended from a 5mm jump ring, the cowrie itself measures 10mm in length and is halmarked on his 'nose'.

Your cowrie can be finished in a matte or high polish.

MADE TO ORDER

 

small cowrie pendant in solid sterling silver...

£ 20.00 

The smallest of my cowrie family from St Marys Porthcressa Beach.  Suspended from a 5mm jump ring, the cowrie itself measures 8mm in length.

Your cowrie can be finished in a matte or high polish.

IN STOCK

 

small cowrie pendant in 9ct yellow gold...

£ 125 

The smallest of my cowrie family in 9 carat yellow gold.  This lovely little shell is hallmarked on his 'nose', is suspended from a 5mm jump ring and measures 8mm in length.

Also available to order in medium size.

Your cowrie can be finished in a matte or high polish.

MADE TO ORDER

 

large cowrie keepsake in solid sterling silver...

£ 25.00 

If your loved one isn't so keen on jewellery, how about a little keepsake instead?  My large cowrie undrilled - just a little silver shell 16mm in length...

Also available in medium and small.

IN STOCK

 

 

medium cowrie keepsake in solid sterling silver...

£ 20.00 

If your loved one isn't so keen on jewellery, how about a little keepsake instead?  My medium cowrie undrilled - just a little silver shell 10mm in length...

Also available in large and small.

CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK

 

small cowrie keepsake in solid sterling silver

£ 18.00 

If your loved one isn't so keen on jewellery, how about a little keepsake instead?  My cutest, smallest cowrie undrilled - just a little silver shell 8mm in length...

Also available in medium and large.

IN STOCK

 

 

 

cowrie family necklace in solid sterling silver...

£ 82.00 

My family of cowries (small, medium and large) suspended from a 16" or 18" diamond trace chain.

Your cowries can be in a high polish or matte finish.  You can also request a different style of chain if this is not to your taste. Please email me to specify.

CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK

 

double cowrie long necklace in sterling silver...

£ 66.00 

The largest and smallest members of my cowrie family suspended from a lovely longer 24" sterling silver curb chain. This chain hangs wonderfully over clothes and shows off the cowries perfectly. 

Your cowries can be finished in a matte or high polish. 

IN STOCK

 

cowrie cluster necklace in silver and 9ct yellow gold...

£ 165.00 

 

This cowrie necklace is made with a medium silver cowrie and a 9ct yellow gold small cowrie.  The cowries are suspended from a flat ring on a 16" or 18" sterling silver diamond cut curb chain.

Please email me your preferred chain length when ordering and/or if you would like a different chain.

CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK

 

large cowrie cufflinks in sterling silver...

£ 68.00 

The largest of my cowrie family has been crafted into a beautiful set of sterling silver hallmarked cufflinks.  Each cowrie measures 16mm in length.

MADE TO ORDER (usually within one week or ordering)

 

cowrie ring (expandable) in sterling silver...

£ 65.00 

This hallmarked sterling silver cowrie ring (small and medium) has received lots of love over the years!  it is quite an unusual ring and really makes a statement when worn.  Although this ring can be sized to your exact requirements, it is expandable so you can change which finger you wear it on!

MADE TO ORDER

(usually made within two weeks of ordering, please ask if you need it sooner and I will try to accommodate)

 

 

single cowrie ring in sterling silver...

£ 50.00 

This beautifully simple hallmarked sterling siver cowrie ring is a perfect addition to any cowrie lovers jewellery collection.  It is made from 2mm silver wire topped with lovely little cowrie.

Please email me your ring size when ordering.

MADE TO ORDER

(usually made within two weeks of ordering, please ask if you need it sooner and I will try to accommodate)

 

 

large cowrie coat pin in sterling silver...

£ 37.00 

The largest of my cowrie family has been made into a delicate hallmarked sterling silver coat pin.  It can also be used as a tie pin.  This cowrie measures 16mm in length.

IN STOCK

 

large cowrie keyring in sterling silver...

£ 55.00 

The largest of my cowrie family from Tresco.  Suspended from a 10mm ring on a lovely solid sterling silver (hallmarked) 24mm split ring keyring. 

Your cowrie can be finished in a matte or high polish.

IN STOCK

 

cowrie cuff bangle in sterling silver...

£ 60.00 

A lovely cuff bangle handmade with 3mm silver wire and finished with a medium cowrie.    

MADE TO ORDER

 

medium cowrie bracelet in sterling silver...

£ 37.00 

This simple sterling silver medium cowrie bracelet measures 7.5" in length and is secured by a lobster clasp.

Please email me on ordering if you require a different size bracelet.

CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK

 

small cowrie hammered bangle in sterling silver...

£ 52.00 

A lovely hammered effect bangle handmade with 2mm silver wire and finished with a small cowrie charm (shell 8mm in length).    

This particular bangle has a inside diameter of 7cm. Please email me if you require a different size i.e. 6.5cm/7.5cm.  Also available with other shell charms.

IN STOCK

 

medium cowrie hammered bangle in sterling silver...

£ 60.00 

A lovely hammered effect bangle handmade with 3mm silver wire and finished with the popular medium cowrie charm.    

This particular bangle has a inside diameter of 7cm. Please email me if you require a different size i.e. 6.5cm/7.5cm.  Also available with other shell charms.

CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK

 

large cowrie hammered bangle in sterling silver...

£ 65.00 

A lovely hammered effect bangle handmade with 3mm silver wire and finished with a large cowrie charm (shell 16mm in length).    

This particular bangle has a inside diameter of 7cm. Please email me if you require a different size i.e. 6.5cm/7.5cm.  Also available with other shell charms.

IN STOCK

 

cowrie family bangle...

£ 107.00 

Perfect for cowrie lovers, this hallmarked sterling silver bangle has been handmade with 3mm silver wire and finished with all three of my lovely cowries.   

Sizes available at this price (inside diameter): 6.5cm/7cm/7.5cm.  Please email me your size on ordering.  If you would like a smaller/larger wrist size or another shell charm, please email me and I will provide you with a quote.

CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK

 

cowrie circles charm bracelet in sterling silver...

£ 70.00 

This bracelet was crafted from 1.5mm silver wire, given a hammered organic finish and completed with a cowrie charm (medium).  Each link measures 17mm.  Bracelet length is approximately 190mm complete with a 13mm lobster clasp.

Your bracelet can be made to any length you wish and can be finished in a matte or high polish.

CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK

 

cowrie anklet in sterling silver...

£ 34.00 

The smallest of my cowrie family suspended from a fine but sturdy sterling silver belcher ankle chain. The anklet measures 23cm with a 3.5cm extender chain. The cowrie is mounted 1/3 way along the chain, to sit either side at the front of the wearer's ankle.

If you require a different anklet chain length please email me on ordering.

IN STOCK

 

medium cowrie danglies in sterling silver... (cowrie opening out)

£ 46.00 

The medium cowrie (10mm shell length) suspended from a pair of silver ear wires with the cowrie cleft on show.

Your cowries can be finished in a matte or high polish.

CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK

 

small cowrie studs in sterling silver... (cowrie opening out)

£ 40.00 

The smallest of my cowrie family look beautiful as a pair of elegant ear studs. These are with the cowrie cleft facing outwards.

Your cowries can be finished in a matte or high polish.

IN STOCK

 

small cowrie studs in sterling silver... (cowrie back on show)

£ 40.00 

The smallest of my cowrie family look beautiful as a pair of elegant ear studs. These are with the cowrie back facing outwards.

Your cowries can be finished in a matte or high polish.

IN STOCK 

 

small cowrie danglies in sterling silver... (cowrie opening out)

£ 40.00 

The smallest of my cowrie family suspended from a pair of silver ear wires with the cowrie cleft on show.

Your cowries can be finished in a matte or high polish.

IN STOCK

 

small cowrie danglies in sterling silver... (cowrie back on show)

£ 40.00 

The smallest of my cowrie family suspended from a pair of silver ear wires with the cowrie back facing outwards.

Your cowries can be finished in a matte or high polish.

 

IN STOCK

 

If you need a chain for your cowrie, please visit my chains page.

Need more cowrie inspiration?

Here are some ideas... please email me if you're interested!  Click on images to enlarge.