THIS IS AN ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL AND CHARMING ANTIQUE NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN ZUNI TURQUOISE, AGATE ANIMAL, BIRD TWO STRAND FETISH NECKLACE WITH A SILVER CLASP.
The necklace chains are set with beautiful Heishi Beads.
The fabulous 40 hand carved Zuni animal and bird fetishes are wonderful and are carved from multi color stones. The animals include bears, squirrels, rabbits, buffalo and turtle. There are many owls, including at the base of the necklace, as well as parrots and other birds.
In Zuni culture, an owl fetish represents the "Night Grandfather," acting as a protector of the home, a keeper of wisdom, and a guide through the darkness. It symbolizes the ability to see what others cannot, providing insight, patience, and the capacity to uncover hidden truths or deceptions
The fetishes alternate with heishi beads.
The necklace is a dramatic 30 inches long.
The center owl fetish is 1 inch (26mm) in length.
The clasp is silver.
The necklace is an older vintage native american zuni necklace...
Category
20th Century American Native American Jewelry
MaterialsAgate, Turquoise, Silver