This Haida Eagle Crest Pendant is carved in Argillite by the Haida Native Artist Darrell White. The pendant has silver inlayed in the beak, as well as one abalone inlay in the eye and a catlinite or pipestone inlay in the beak. It sits on a hand-carved yew wood base.
The Eagle Symbol is known as “The master of skies” and is a symbol of great significance. He is believed to be the creature with the closest relationship with the creator. Soaring to great heights, he can travel between the physical and the spiritual world. He is said to be a messenger to the creator.
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The pendant alone is 2 3/8 inches or 6 centimeters long, 1 1/2 inches or 4 centimeters wide and a little over 1/2 an inch or 1 1/4 centimeters deep. The pendant and stand together measure approximately 3 inches or 7 1/2 centimeters high.
Leather necklace is not included.
A silver chain is not included but can be purchased separately .