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The Squash Blossom Necklace (3 of 7)

Today I’ll continue on the topic of the squash blossom; an instantly recognizable design commonly seen in turquoise jewelry. The Navajo began crafting the squash blossom as a type of simple necklace. Although today it is most commonly crafted in … Continue reading

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The Squash Blossom Necklace (2 of 7)

The squash blossom design didn’t become part of Native American culture until after the Europeans settled the Americas in the 15th and 16th centuries. Even then, it wasn’t commonly seen until the 19th century (1800’s). It is widely accepted that … Continue reading

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The Squash Blossom Necklace (1 of 7)

For the next few posts I’d like to share some information concerning one of the most recognizable Native American pieces of jewelry that I can think of; the squash blossom. This amazing necklace design incorporates dozens of finer crafts in … Continue reading

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Zuni Fetishes – The Buffalo (7 of 7)

Thank you for joining me on my week long journey through the importance of the buffalo and its symbolism to the Native American people. Hopefully I’ve been able to explain why the buffalo can be seen time and time again … Continue reading

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Zuni Fetishes – The Buffalo (6 of 7)

Here’s some more information about the buffalo, and maybe an explanation as to why you have picked up a Zuni fetish carved like a buffalo during one of your visits to the south west. People who find that the Buffalo … Continue reading

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Zuni Fetishes – The Buffalo (5 of 7)

I’ve rattled on long enough about the buffalo’s history.  Finally, I’ll get down to what the buffalo represents to the Native American people, in a spiritual sense, and why it has become so very popular to represent the buffalo in turquoise … Continue reading

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Zuni Fetishes – The Buffalo (4 of 7)

The Buffalo was central to the way of life for almost all Native American peoples.  The kachina doll to the right depicts a Native American dressed in a buffalo costume, which was common during celebrations and formal gatherings.  From the … Continue reading

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Zuni Fetishes – The Buffalo (3 of 7)

Until the 1800’s (19th century) the great Buffalo roamed the American plains in huge herds. It was not uncommon to have thousands of buffalo in a herd. Their migration patterns help to craft the Native American’s living habits as strongly … Continue reading

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Zuni Fetishes – The Buffalo (2 of 7)

Before I dive right into inforamtion about the buffalo in Zuni Fetishes, I’d like to give a quick history of the buffalo so that you can appreciate this majestic animal as much as I do. The American buffalo, also called … Continue reading

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Zuni Fetishes – The Buffalo (1 of 7)

Since I’ve explained the history and amazing art of Zuni fetishesin a previous posts, let’s go ahead and dive into some of the specific animals. First I’ve chosen the Buffalo; a great symbol of the American Southwest, a centerpiece to the Native … Continue reading

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