Authentic Haida Salmon Argillite Necklace - Handcrafted Native American Jewelry for Women & Men | Perfect for Cultural Events, Gift Giving & Fashion Accessories

Product Description

This Salmon necklace is hand-carved by Haida artist Shaun Edgars. The pendant has been fully carved from argillite, with four inlays of abalone shell. Attached to the pendant is a leather necklace with two wood beads. This can be worn as a dynamic wearable piece of art, or displayed as a sculpture. 

The Salmon symbolizes abundance, fertility, prosperity and renewal. For thousands of years, Salmon have been the primary food source for Northwest Coast Native Americans and are highly respected.

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The argillite pendant measures approximately 5 5/8 inches or 14 1/4 centimeters long, 1 5/8 inches or 4 1/4 centimeters wide, and 1/2 of an inch or 1 1/4 centimeters thick. The necklace is approximately 28 inches or about 71 centimeters long.