Marilyn Quam: Onyx, Turtle Justin Red Elk Length 1 1/4" X Width

Length 1 1/4" X Width 3/8" X Height 7/8"

and blue beads symbolizes different aspects of the Zuni and Comanche traditions: green for nature and growth

This exquisite piece of art is not just any ordinary maiden - it mesmerizes you with its sheer elegance and grace

This stunning creation captures the essence of a magnificent parrot with unmatched intricacy and artistry

making it a piece that begs to be touched and admired

Marilyn Quam: Onyx, Turtle Justin Red Elk Length 1 1/4" X WidthQu am The turtles, revered as symbols of longevity and wisdom, are meticulously carved with utmost precision and attention to detail. This carving showcases the natural beauty and uniqueness of the stone, capturing the essence of the turtle's shell patterns and its graceful curves. Turtle (Edo: wa): Turtle has always been esteemed because it carries its home on its back and goes with the flow of the river, not against it. In some mythologies, the