Mike Tucson Black Jet Bear Fetish Carving Necklace and Earrings Set

Handcrafted by Zuni Pueblo artist Mike Tucson, this fetish necklace and earring set features detailed black jet hand-cut bear carvings accented with yellow mother of pearl and turquoise beads. Celebrate the artistry and legacy of Native American jewelry-making with this beautiful traditional Zuni fetish necklace, a unique way to incorporate an iconic look into your jewelry wardrobe.

Fetishes are small carvings that depict animals or other important Native icons, and Zuni and Pueblo artists have been making them for hundreds of years. In the 1930s, Zuni artists began making smaller versions of their fetishes to accent beaded necklaces. The necklaces were extremely popular and developed into their own form. Today, fetish necklaces are also made by Navajo and Pueblo artists.
Necklace measures 30" long and 1-5/8" wide
Earrings measure 2-3/8" long and 1-3/8" wide, with surgical steel french hooks. Comes with a certificate of authenticity.