White Howlite Zuni Bear Earrings

These southwest style earrings are hand crafted using carved White Howlite zuni bear beads. They are adorned with 4mm"Alabaster" Swarovski bicone crystal beads

** Please note: Photos are Samples. The gray vein pattern and depth of color gray to black will vary with each stone

LORE: In ancient times animal fetishes were used to help control or understand the forces of nature and the environment. Each fetish is believed to have a spirit guide and through the spirit force of the fetish, the owner could overcome problems encountered. These Jewelry pieces are designed to convey the healing gifts of the totem animal they represent. The bear represents inner power & strength reference to Lore is informational. This is not a Native made item.

Howlite is a beautiful white stone with fine grey or black veins in a web-like pattern that represents the spiritual qualities of stillness, tenderness, and open-mindedness.

As with all white sacred gemstones, Howlite can bring peace and clarity of mind – its black lines, however, signify that the mind is still at work, focused, not shut off. Howlite is an aid to insomnia, especially when caused by an overactive mind