Indian Beaded Badge Lanyard ID Badge Lanyard Key Chain Pow Wow Name Badge Holder Rodeo Badge Clip.

Take some of the boredom out of that Badge. Hand Made bead work from Native American artist Ralph Gallapoo. This Beaded fob decorates a multi-use clip attached to a 30 inch cord. Perfect for displaying that VIP Pass or ID badge, and could be used to hold keys, a stopwatch, or a whistle for teachers. The owner, Richard, uses one for his Buyer's Pass when he goes to the annual Tuscon Gem & Mineral Show. Features a wide variety of colorful seed beads that have been intricately hand stitched into a tight traditional Indian pattern. The beaded fob is about 3/4" wide by about 2-1/4" long. The braided nylon cord is about 30" all around. Don't let this one pass you by! You will receive the style pictured below, the group shot shows other styles available.

Ralph Gallapoo has been making bead work for over forty years. He is a mix of Nez Perce, Potawattomi and French Canadian. Ralph has traveled the Pow Wow circuit for over ten years as a trader, participant and competitor. He is a life member of the Starhawk Society and has been a gourd dancer and traditional dancer for 30 years. He is also a veteran with the US Marine Corps. Ralph specializes in Peyote stitch, but is proficient in loom beading, edge beading, lazy stitch, and applique. He makes and beads all the fans, rattles, dance outfits, and accessories used in the Native American Church. Ralph's bead-work has won many awards and ribbons over the years. The last time he saw his teacher Ralph was told "...the student has surpassed the teacher." He has sold his work all over the world and on the internet.

We understand the true value and nature of hand crafted Indian art. And, we recognize that it is important to know that the artist is truly a member of a Native American tribe. So, to ensure you that this is the real deal, a certificate of authenticity has been included with this item.

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