Navajo Fancy Bear Paw Ring - Size 9

This fancy sterling silver bear paw ring has red coral set in the center.  Surrounding the bear paw is lovely scrolled sterling silver.  The inner shadowbox has been oxidized to give it a black appearance which makes the bear claws stand out.  More about bears below.

Size: 9 -  .875" H x .75" W

Bears are the guardians of the western gate in Zuni Pueblo.  They are associated with healing at all levels, protection, and a reminder to restore oneself during the winter months.  In some traditions a part of the bear is rubbed all over infants to imbue them with power, strength, and good health.