This Kukui Nut bracelet is the perfect casual bracelet to wear all day, featuring 9 black Kukui Nuts with white Hawaiian Hibiscus Flowers with yellow centers painted on each one. This item is fitted with a comfortable elastic band. Sitting off Kauai’s western coast, the privately owned island of Niihau’s official color is white. Visitors rarely make it onto Niihau but the island’s famed shell leis are prized souvenirs. The Kukui Nut tree was a symbol of enlightenment, protection, guidance, & peace, & its spiritual powers are still believed to flow through Hawaiian culture & its ceremonies. in 1959, the Kukui tree itself was made the official tree emblem for the state of Hawaii. Known as Ma’o Hau Hele, Flowers placed in the hair are a sign of beauty. Depending on which ear they’re tucked behind, they may symbolize the wearer’s availability for a romantic relationship. As for symbolism, the flowers are often used to represent hospitality. Sometimes, they also symbolize power & respect. To keep the luster of this seed lei you can lightly massage baby oil or cocoa butter until their luster is restored. Unlike flowers, these leis will hold their fine natural looks for years. Genuine Black Kukui Nut Hand Painted White Yellow Center Hawaiian Hibiscus Flower Elastic Band Birthday Gift Bracelet Wedding Of Aloha