Genuine Turquoise Multi Animal Fetish Necklace

This beautiful  Fetish Necklace, created by talented native artist Stacey Turpen, are one-of-a-kind pieces that seamlessly blend Genuine Turquoise fetish carvings to produce a breathtaking work of art.  The inspiration for these carved Turquoise animals are drawn from nature and the Native American culture, specifically the Navajo and Zuni tribes from New Mexico, USA. Its ultra-contemporary design and production technique, which involved intricate carving, make it a truly unique and valuable piece that will make a great addition to any art collection.

Genuine Turquoise Multi Animal Fetish Necklace strung on 2mm Pen Shell Heishi with Turquoise Nugget Chips.

Native American fetishes are hand-carved objects which represent the spirits of animals or the forces of nature. From the earliest times in North America, Indians have used fetishes in an effort to master the arbitrary and unpredictable forces beyond their control. here are a few natures and the animals they represent.

Bear-strength, introspection, power of the soul
Buffalo- endurance to overcome ones weaknesses
Turtle- mother earth, longevity
Horse- has the possession of healing powers
Frog- the bringer of the rains abundance and prosperity
Wolf- the teacher pathfinder, on the journey of survival
Eagle- divine connection
Coyote- the Trickster
Beaver- symbolic of the family
Corn maiden- ensures a bountiful harvest.
Snake- transmutation birth rebirth