Hopi Turtle Pendant with Inlay, by Sonwai
Mother Earth Turtle (Yöngösona) Pendant
This unique piece once again highlights a master jeweler's ability to take the finest natural materials to a new level of refined beauty and artistic Hopi expression; in this case, honoring water elements and the creatures who depend on the Rain.
Incised Southwest (Arizona) ironwood, Kingman Turquoise and abalone set in sterling silver.
- Width is 1 1/2 inches in diameter across shell; 2 inches to include head, tail and feet.
Sonwai, (Verma Nequatewa,) Master Hopi Jeweler, Autumn, 2023
Please note: our automatic shipping rates are based upon item cost. This piece however, incurs a lower rate due to its size and weight. We will refund your credit card approximately 75% of the shipping cost calculated on checkout once we fulfill the order (Registered USPS Mail, insured, signature confirmed; a slower but most secure way to ship.)