Native Zuni Fetish Necklace & Earrings – 30" Composite Stone, 54 Carvings View Watchlist >
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Native American Fetish Necklace & Earrings – 30" Composite Stone, 54 Carvings
This Native American fetish necklace with matching earrings beautifully represents the artistry of the Zuni Pueblo tradition. The necklace features 54 individually hand-carved animal fetishes—including bears, birds, fish, frog, armadillo, buffalo, squirrel, and others—each with symbolic meaning tied to strength, protection, and spiritual guidance. The carvings are crafted from a striking blue-and-green composite stone with inlaid details that enhance their expressive forms. The necklace measures 30 inches in length, weighs 75.4 grams, and is strung on a cotton cord. Fetishes range in size from the smallest at 10.31 mm to the largest at 41.75 mm, offering a lively visual rhythm.
The coordinating earrings showcase matching fetish carvings suspended from French hook posts, measuring 11.5 x 21.21 x 4.68 mm with a combined weight of 3.1 grams. This set highlights the enduring importance of Zuni fetish jewelry, collected for both its cultural significance and bold aesthetic appeal.
Condition:
Good condition overall, with vivid color and well-carved details. One fetish on the necklace is chipped, though the piece remains structurally sound and attractive. Earrings are intact with only minor wear and slight tarnish to the hooks.
Dimensions:
- Necklace length: 30 inches
- Necklace weight: 75.4 grams
- Largest fetish: 41.75 x 17.20 x 9.11 mm
- Smallest fetish: 10.31 x 18.64 x 4.42 mm
- Earrings: 11.5 x 21.21 x 4.68 mm, 3.1 grams
- Reference scale: shown with U.S. dollar bill
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