Navajo Indian Turquoise Silver Bear Paw Money Clip TS56509

MATERIALS:

Sterling silver and Turquoise.

MEASUREMENTS:

Money clip measures approximately 1-3/4" long and 3/4" at widest point.

DESCRIPTION:

This is truly an outstanding money clip! This piece of Native American jewelry is Navajo hand made by artist Irvin Begay, out of genuine sterling silver and a real Turquoise stone. The stone is gently set in a hand cut shadow box bezel setting, while placed in the center of a bear paw pattern. Hand cut bear claw designs highlight and finish the money clip perfectly. In Native American beliefs, the bear paw is usually considered a way to call for the power of the animal spirit, or as an indication of the presence of the spirit. It's a symbol that represents inner strength.

Turquoise is the birthstone of December. It is believed that turquoise tends to bring good fortune, strength and helps overcome illness. Turquoise got its name from the Levantine traders called Turks who brought the stone to Europe from Persia via Turkey centuries ago. Native Americans have prized turquoise since the time of the Aztecs, who mined it in New Mexico. The natural variations that occur in turquoise are part of their appeal and beauty.