Turtles have a rain association for the A:Shiwi (The People) whose shells are prized for making rattles used by the Rain Dancers. Several
Turtles species inhabit New Mexico's waterways. Perhaps Burt Awelagte's smoothly sculpted angelite reptile is an aquatic one like a softshell turtle who dwells in river systems like the Rio Grande. Attentive eyes are from turquoise inlays. Many green turquoise beads plus a stunning moonstone one are gifted in the offering bundle representing gratitude for turtles who teach us it is okay to slow down and savor the journey. About 2 3/4" long, 2 1/2" wide and 1 1/4" tall.
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