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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
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

Antique Zuni Bear 77 Fetish Necklace Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Native American
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A MAGNIFICENT ANTIQUE NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN ZUNI SLEEPING BEAUTY TURQUOISE, JET, AGATE
Category

20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Turquoise, Pearl

Zuni Fetish Necklace
By Zuni
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Beautiful Zuni fetish necklace with various animals, hand carved in spiny oyster, with thunderbird
Category

Vintage 1960s American Native American Beaded Necklaces

Sterling Silver Turquoise Turtle Fetish Necklace Old Pawn Native American
Located in Wallkill, NY
1950s sterling silver beaded necklace with 5 turtles. Turquoise set in each turtle. measuring 16
Category

Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Zuni Fetish Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range
Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces

Zuni Jet Fetish Necklace
By Zuni
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Absolutely beautiful Zuni Fetish Jet necklace with large heartline, bears, fish, and assorted
Category

Vintage 1960s American Native American Beaded Necklaces

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