Artist: A. Mariano (carved on the back)
This powerful Zuni pendant unites two sacred symbols—the bear and the feather—beautifully sculpted in solid sterling silver and brought to life with intricate stamp work and textured hammer finishes. Bold yet balanced, it's a wearable expression of protection, strength, and spiritual guidance.
At the heart of the pendant, the bear stands as a guardian figure in Zuni tradition, embodying healing, inner strength, and personal sovereignty. Its presence is grounding, offering courage and resilience for those navigating challenges or walking a solitary path with purpose.
The feather, rendered in delicate silverwork, is a symbol of prayer, freedom, and spiritual connection. Feathers are seen as messengers between the physical and spiritual realms, carrying intentions to the sky and bringing clarity in return.
Hammer work adds a raw, organic texture—like stone worn smooth by time—while stamp designs etched by hand speak in the silent language of traditional symbolism: patterns evoking rain, sun, mountains, or the sacred directions.
Together, these elements form more than just a pendant—they create a talisman. A piece steeped in meaning, shaped by ancestral hands, and meant to be worn as a quiet strength close to the heart.
The chain is not included in this piece
