Zuni fetish. Unique piece.

Beautiful buffalo sculpted in spiny oyster with its eyes and horns in Sleeping Beauty turquoise (Arizona).

We can see an arrow in turquoise on the side of this fetish. This arrow represents the line of life: The animal's breath, allowing it to dominate and master its predators.
 

In Native culture, the buffalo symbolizes plentiness, endurance, and fulfill wishes.
 

Dimensions in (H x L x l) : 3,3cm x 4,9cm x 1,1cm
(1 inch 1/4 x 2 inches x 0.3/8 inches)

In a time when the Zuni tribe lived from agriculture and hunting, the hunters couldn't do without these amulets and would never forget to bring them during their expeditions. The fetishes assure benevolence of the soul.

Each animal represents its spirit, its own inner force and protects its owner.

Proudly handmade in the USA.