" Other people see the four sides as representing the four elements (wind
The iconic Navajo Squash Blossom Necklace has a long history in Native American jewelry
The tiny pyrite flecks in the stone are like stars in the night sky
and is excellent for healing mind
The bottom horseshoe shaped piece is called a Naja and is a good luck symbol borrowed from the Moors’ culture of Spain
Blue Navajo Beaded Barrettes (Pair) womens " Other people see theThese Colorful Navajo Beaded Barrettes are perfect for children or adults. Originally, Native American beads were carved from natural materials like shells, coral, turquoise, animal bones, quills, and horns. Five hundred years ago, Europeans brought glass beads to the New World. They quickly became part of American Indian culture. Today glass beads, particularly fine seed beads, are the primary materials for the traditional beadwork of many tribes.