Kukui nut vintage 92" necklace/prayer beads

Hawaiian vintage Kukui nut Lei necklace. A total of 92" of natural beauty. Single strand. Believe to be circa 1980's. From my mother in laws closet. I think the best view of the actual color of these beauties can be seen in the last photo. Just a hint of green over a deep honey color. This type of lei is a symbol of enlightenment, protection, guidance and peace. Ancient Hawaiians used the oil and candlenuts from this tree to produce light by making candles that could burn for hours. They also used the tree's bark to make dye for their sacred cloths. Kukui were the first prayer beads for the Hawaiian people and are still used today. Kukui Leis become more beautiful over time when held in prayer and can be filled with your own Mana (spiritual energy). They can then be worn for protection. The white Kukui nuts, are very rare and turn to a deep honey color over time.