FE259 bear fetish harpo

Little Zuni fetish - Unique piece.

bear carved in black-jet with eyes in Sleeping Beauty turquoise (Arizona).

A turquoise nugget is threaded onto the dried sinew surrounding its back, giving it strength and protection.

The bear is a symbol of strength, health and knowledge.

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.

Dimensions (H x L x w) : 2,7cm x 6,3cm x 3,3cm

(1 inch 1/2 x 2 inches 3/4 x 1 inch 1/4)

Proudly Zuni handmade in the USA.