There are actually 2 rosettes made from 11/0 size glass beads which are beaded together to form a pouch,
which opens at the top by gently squeezing the sides (see sample third photo)
Can be used as a medicine bag or a coin purse if desired... but is pretty enough to just wear it as part of your regalia!
Rosette is approx 2.25" in diameter with 2.5" of tapering fringe at the bottom.
Necklace chain is 28" in circumference ... large enough to fit easily over the head, & is beaded with tiny "daisies" every few inches
First two photos are of the exact item you will receive
Rosette & fringe bead colors are: Opaque black, pearl white & silver lined silver with a clear 6/0 bead center
Necklace chain is made from black 11/0 glass beads which has white daisies with silver centers .
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EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION
It is a Native American belief that all things have a life force or spirit, and that all are interconnected. Every plant, animal and stone are thought to influence life around it, just as the stars are thought to influence our lives.
By wearing a medicine bag containing items of special influence or meaning, it is believed you can exert some control over your life. Charms or other items of significance were frequently added to one's medicine bag over time.
Some traditional Items of Influence are:
Corn- for nourishment and good health
Sage- for wisdom and good judgement
Cedar- for strength & longevity
Beeswax- for fertility
Turquoise- for love and tranquility
Silver- for wealth
Crystal- for power
Other items commonly added:
Native American Birth Totems & Stones
Dec. 22-Jan 19th- Totem: Snow Goose
Stone: Smokey Quartz.
Jan. 20-Feb. 18th- Totem: Otter
Stone: Lapis
Feb. 19- March 20th-Totem: Cougar
Stone: Amethyst.
March 21- April 19th - Totem: Red Tail Hawk
Stone: Red Tiger Eye
April 20- May 20th - Totem: Beaver
Stone: Dark Green (Malachite)
May 21st- June 20th - Totem: Deer
Stone: Quartz
June 21st - July 22nd - Totem: Flicker (Woodpecker)