The Butterfly is an
important symbol in Northwest Native stories. After the great deluge it revealed
to the first ancestors that there was dry land.
Butterfly ring, white /
yellow gold, & a ruby.
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I am working on a
series of pendants in this style, combining repousse with engraving.
Raven the Trickster
pendant, sterling silver & abalone shell, 1-34” diameter.
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The Raven is one of the
most popular animal symbols for wedding and engagement rings. This one is for a
surprise marriage proposal.
Raven white gold &
diamond ring
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I had a bit of
difficulty getting this piece right, as sometimes the final look is not what I envisioned.
But it is finished, after some trial and error.
Raven Falling from the
Sky-World mask.
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A Raven & Sun
pendant in progress. The repousse is complete, now to solder a cover on the
back, inlay the abalone shell, & finally the cross hatching.
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In ancient tales, the
Loon is more than just a bird—it’s a gateway to other realms. It guides heroes
beneath the sea or into mystical mountains, opening doors to supernatural
worlds.
Loon pendant, Sterling
silver, hand engraved with repousse.
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