This 18" necklace was measured end to end. 

Contains a :

Bear

Bird

Fish

possibly rabbit or coyote &

Buffalo

The beads are brown heishi-style shell beads, which are traditional Southwestern jewelry beads made from shell or stone.

Symbolism of the animals

Buffalo – abundance, survival, sacred provider

Bear – courage, healing, protection

Fish – prosperity and water life

Bird – freedom, spiritual awareness

Rabbit – fertility, cleverness

These necklaces were typically made for the tourist jewelry trade (1960s-1990s) rather than ceremonial use.

Authenticity:

proper heishi beads

symmetrical center section

silver-tone cones near clasp

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