Amazonite Badger by Loren Tsalabutie

A grayish black spotted, aqua, viridian blue and white streaked Amazonite badger with pin point apple coral inlaid eyes carved by Loren Tsalabutie. The badger has a black marble arrowhead topped with an apple coral bead surrounded by melon shell heishi. Amazonite is a feldspar, which has derived its name from the Amazon River. It is said to have a soothing effect on the nervous system. Since the nervous system controls our emotions a great deal, this stone is said to soothe tense and aggravated situations and to enhance love. The badger is revered as the primary guardian of the South, symbolizing healing, protection, and deep knowledge of the earth. As a,fetish, it represents passion, persistence, and the ability to find herbal remedies (roots). Artist: Loren Tsalabutie (signed) Size: 1-1/2 in. wide x 3 in. long x 1-5/8 in. tall #64401