Native American Zuni Sterling Silver turquoise, onyx, mother of pearl and coral Kachina Rainbow Man ring

Description : The Kachina Rainbow man is represented as a dancer that is of great importance to the Zuni tribe. Specifically the 'Rainbow Man' is hunched, or curved over like the arch of a rainbow. This elaborate inlay is precision cut turquoise, onyx, mother of pearl and coral for his body. He wears a kilt-like skirt. His presence is to protect the crops with rain, symbolizing harmony and life sustaining force. In this piece he is formed into a sterling silver ring, and is an excellent representation of this particular style of Zuni gemstone inlay. Size 7

Item Number : P9019

Category : RING

Brand : ZUNI

Attributes

Material : turquoise onyx coral mother of pearl sterling silver
Style : Native American