Handcrafted by Zuni artisans, this petite yet powerful sterling silver pendant features a beautifully stylized bear, set with a vibrant turquoise stone at its center. A meaningful fusion of artistry and tradition, this piece is both a wearable amulet and a symbol of deep cultural heritage.
In Zuni tradition, the bear—especially when facing left—is a guardian and healing spirit, known as the "guardian of the West." It represents strength, introspection, and protection, and is often invoked in prayer and ceremony as a powerful force of emotional and physical healing. For the Zuni people, animal fetishes like the bear are sacred beings—not symbols, but spiritual helpers believed to hold the essence of the animal itself.
At the center of this pendant rests a piece of natural turquoise, a stone held sacred by the Zuni for its connection to the sky, water, and spiritual truth. Turquoise brings balance, healing, and protection, reinforcing the bear’s role as a nurturing, protective force.
Though modest in size, this pendant carries the weight of tradition, intention, and spirit. Whether worn alone or layered, it serves as a quiet guardian—a daily reminder of resilience, intuition, and sacred connection to the natural world.
Carry the spirit. Walk with the bear. Speak through the stone.
