Northwest Coast Native Art

$56.00

Item PJM05

1 5/8 x 1 1/8

0 lbs. 1 oz.

Eagle

Sterling Silver Pin - by Jan Miller

Jan Miller

Jan Miller is a talented nature artist with extensive credentials including a B.S. Degree in Biology & Chemistry from Western Washington University and a certificate for Scientific Illustration from the University of Washington. Ms. Miller has illustrated numerous books and is considered one of the nation's top natural science artists.

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Eagle

Eagle is a symbol of power and prestige among many nations of the world, the Eagle is also important to the Indians of the Northwest Coast, who share their environment with this majestic bird. Many myths and legends surround Eagle. Eagle down, a symbol of peace and friendship, was, and still is, sprinkled before guests in welcome dances and on other ceremonial occasions. Eagle feathers were used in rituals and worn on masks and/or headdresses.

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