Sleeping Beauty TURQUOISE Red Bamboo CORAL Bear Claw Sterling Silver Pendant Native American Jewelry by Lucky

This pendant is a real treat, a true work of art. Natural nuggets of genuine Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Red Bamboo Coral deliver their brilliant colors to this Sterling Silver pendant alongside a Bear Claw. Hand twisted Sterling Silver wire and individually hand made Sterling Silver 'Navajo Tear Drops' dress this pendant with a high shine. This pendant is about 2-5/8" long including the hand made bale and 1-1/4" wide. It comes with a hand made Sterling Silver bench bead chain. Made by Lucky, Joey and Veronica. Stamped Sterling, signed by the artist Lucky.

Birthstone Months with Coral - Taurus (Apr. 20-May 20): Blood Coral is the birthstone. Anniversary Gemstone for Coral - Coral is the anniversary gemstone for the 35th year of marriage. Coral Mystical Properties - Coral is used to build an emotional foundation. More Coral Lore - Coral is said to protect children. In many countries, coral is given as a gift to children. Coral is said to cure madness and give wisdom. Black Coral is Hawaii's US State Gemstone.

A potent source of strength was the bear, whose powers were often invoked before entering battle. Warriors sometimes painted their faces with marks resembling bear claw scratches and carried double-edged knives with Handles carved from the jawbones of bears as good luck charms. It was believed that bear power could also cure illness. Shamans or medicine men from many different groups frequently dressed as bears when working to heal the sick. Just as honoring the bear spirit could bring blessings to people, provoking the spirit might bring them harm. For that reason, some tribes, most notably the Apache, forbade their hunters to kill a bear, or even to touch the carcass of one found dead in the woods.

We understand the true value and nature of hand crafted Indian art. And, we recognize it's 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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