This is a sweet little turtle brooch with real turquoise and onyx inlay with a real cowrie shell. Measures 1 1/2 inches head to tip of it's tail, and 1 inch across. Condition is Great. I did saving wipe it down with a cloth to clean it up a bit and be able to read the maker. I left the rest of the tarnish for the buyer to decide if they want it shiny or not. It does test positive for silver.
Turtle Zuni Fetish Meaning. ... The turtle is the oldest symbol of Mother Earth and represents longevity and is used for healing.
Cowrie shells are representing the goddess protection which is highly powerful and is connected with the strength and power of the Ocean. Even as these beautiful and small shells have resembled with the life giving organs of females, therefore, these are also known as elixir or giver of life which is why wearing a Cowrie Shell jewelry is always a good idea !
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Comes with a small silver polishing cloth.
Product code: Zuni Silver and Turquoise and Cowrie saving Shell Brooch by Bill & Lou Laweka