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What is a native fetish necklace?

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What is a native fetish necklace?
“Fetish” is a term used to describe a Native American carving that is believed to hold a special power and has been blessed by a priest or shaman. A fetish can also be used to make a necklace to adorn the wearer. You’ll find a variety of fetish necklaces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Vintage 1970s Three Strand Zuni Fetish Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A truly exceptional example of a vintage 1970s Zuni three strand fetish necklace. The necklace is
Category

Vintage 1970s American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver, Other

Mid-20th century Zuni or Navajo Sterling Silver Fetish Necklace
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-20th century Zuni or Navajo Sterling Silver Fetish Necklace. Each handmade of liquid silver
Category

Mid-20th Century Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Silver

Zuni Carved Mother-of-Pearl Bird Fetish Necklace with Sterling Accents
Located in Milford, DE
Native American craftsmanship. Crafted by Zuni artisans, the necklace reflects spiritual and symbolic
Category

Late 20th Century American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Zuni Native American Turquoise Bear Fetish Necklace
By Purry
Located in Wallkill, NY
This is a fantastic piece of wearable art Native American ~ Bear Fetish necklace in sterling silver
Category

Vintage 1970s American Native American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Vintage Turquoise Zuni 40 Fetish Necklace Native American Indian Silver Heishi
Located in New York, NY
length. The clasp is silver. The necklace is an older vintage native american zuni necklace. The
Category

20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Turquoise, Silver

Vintage Turquoise Zuni Bird Fetish Necklace Native American Indian Silver Heishi
Located in New York, NY
necklace. We have a fine collection of native american jewelry which we have just obtained. We have
Category

20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Turquoise, Silver

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