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Bulk
Ordering:
For questions about bulk orders, fax us this page with your inqueries
and return fax number! |
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All items are handcrafted with natural Kukui nuts
Some colors may not be available in each style (Lei, Choker, Bracelet/Anklet)
Click on the pictures to view a larger image |
| Black Kukui: |
Quantity discount not available until Spring 2006 |
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Lei: |
32 nuts, Click
for ordering |
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Choker: |
18 nuts, Click
for ordering |
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Bracelet: |
9 nuts, Click
for ordering |
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| All other colors: |
| A - |
Lei: |
32 nuts, Click
for ordering |
| B - |
Choker: |
18 nuts, Click
for ordering |
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Bracelet: |
9 nuts, Click
for ordering |
 IMPORTANT
Substitutions will be made if a color
is not available in sufficient quantities to complete your order. You
must note a 2nd and 3rd color choice on your order form.
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Black |
Brown |
Tiger |
Marble
Brown
SOLD OUT |
Marble
Cream
SOLD OUT
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White Polished |
White
Unpolished
SOLD OUT |
Multi-Colored |
Unpolished |
Half
Kukui Nut |
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Kukui Nut History and Info
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The kukui nut is the state tree of Hawai'i because of its many values.
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The kukui kernel is used to make oils, shampoos, fuel for lighting.
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The kukui kernel can also be cooked and chopped to use as a spicing - "Inamona".
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Fishermen chewed the kukui kernel for clearing the water for fishing.
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The kukui kernel was eaten a lot and often used as a laxative.
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The shells of the kukui nut were used to make dyes in old times for the Kapa, or Tapa.
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The nut was often used to make the "Hu", a top-like toy for all.
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In ancient times, the kukui nut was reserved to be worn by the reigning chiefs of Hawai'i, known as the Ali'i. |
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