VTG Navajo Copper Thunderbird Pendant Necklace Bell Trading Post 30" Chain 1970s
$ 10.56
Description
VTG Navajo Copper Thunderbird Pendant Necklace Bell Trading Post 30" Chain 1970s. Like all birds, the Navajo Thunderbird is also a spirit guide. Many Navajo believe the Thunderbird guides the souls of the dead through the underworld. At 73, I am letting go of vintage items. This Copper Thunderbird Necklace was made by the Bell Trading Post, a manufacturer of Native American style jewelry based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Bell Trading Company sold Native American Indian jewelry at various tourist locations in the South West until 1972. The copper chain is a rope style and is 30" long. The pendant is 2 inches long and is stamped "solid copper" on the back. This was purchased about 1970. According to the Kachina House Website: "The Navajo Have a Special Reverence for Thunderbird To the Navajo, Thunderbird is a sacred symbol with many meanings. They believe Thunderbird protects them, warns them of approaching danger and nourishes their crops. Like all birds, the Navajo Thunderbird is also a spirit guide. Many Navajo believe the Thunderbird guides the souls of the dead through the underworld. Thunderbird comforts them on the long journey and protects them from danger. Thunderbird has many deep, spiritual meanings to the Navajo. He is a powerful, generous spirit who can control the skies." If you have questions, or would like additional photos, please message me. All sales are final. Thank you for visiting.
