Navajo Bear Paw Post Earrings

Navajo handmade, these shiny, sterling silver, shadowbox post earrings have bright blue turquoise in the center. The inner shadowbox has been oxidized to give it a black appearance which makes the bear claws stand out and turquoise pop. More about bears below.

Size: 3.75" H x .5" 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.