Hopi Silver Turtle Pendant

Hopi silver overlay pendant featuring the Turtle & Cloud-Rains symbols handcrafted by silversmith Dareen Seweyestewa. Pendant is 1 1/4"" long 5/8"" wide and weighs 4.9 grams +-. Pendant is tamped sterling and marked with Darren's personal hallmark of DS. Turtle: Symbolizes, water, strength, perseverance, good luck and long life.  Prayer Feathers:  Prayer feathers or ""Pahos"" are created out of cottonwood root or cedar and have specific feathers attached to catch the wind. They are generally created to communicate with the Creator of the Kachinas and are used to accomplish specific tasks of protection and blessings.