Haida Crescent Moon Argillite Pendant Panels

Haida Crescent Moon Argillite Pendant PanelsThis Moon Pendant has been hand carved by Haida artist Amy Edgars. The Pendant has been carved in argillite and features 3 abalone inlays. The Moon Symbol is the protector and guardian of the earth. Its spirit watches over us and can change our moods. Find more information about and examples of The Moon Northwest Coast First Nations symbol. The pendant measures approximately 1 1 8 inches or 2 3 4 centimeters wide, 1 3 8 inches or 3 1 2 centimeters

We honour mortal remains that once carried life

He was huge and powerful

32 inches or 81 centimeters high

As each pendant is hand-carved

We must learn to live in reverence with the world around us

and the artists initials

with three mother of pearl inlays on the tail fin

and features fur for the eyebrows

with great excitement

This piece was part of our exhibition “Looking After a Legacy: Through the Grains of Cedar” which ran from September 3rd to December 31st 2022

incorporating 14 karat gold

the box measures approximately 2 5/8 inches or 6 3/4 centimeters long