This chunky and marvelous turquoise six directional necklace is by Jerrold, a member of the extended Laate family of carvers. Bear, Eagle, Mountain lion, Suski or bushy tail, Badger, and Mole unite to recognize the six directions. They each have inlaid eyes of jet, and some of the animals are carved in multiples, like badger and mole. Bear is about 1 1/2" tall and is busy getting into the honey pot, while mountain lion, 1 1/4" tall and 1 1/4" deep, is on the lookout! About 17" in total length. - $390.00

This 'grandmother necklace' has fetishes carved by many members of the renowned Quandelacy family, including Faye, Georgia, Sandra, Albenita, Andres and Brian Yunie. Called a 'grandmother necklace' because one like this was first made as a gift for Ellen Quandelacy, the head of the family. The center picture jasper buffalo dancer pendant, with fossilized ivory horns and a mother-of-pearl rattle, is 2 5/8" tall and is strung with red coral and a lively medley of other colorful beads. Overall length is adjustable from about 25" - 28 1/4". Materials used include jet, mother-of-pearl, turquoise, apple coral, azurite, and spiny oyster shell. A masterpiece! - $950.00

A sisterly serenade of two corn maidens are creatively carved out of ancient golden amber. Red coral and turquoise are inlaid among Dragonfly and a flower motif. They're strung on two strands of turquoise and red coral. Length is adjustable from 21" to 26 1/2". Center pendant is 1 1/4" long, 2 1/2" tall and 5/8" at thickest part. - $400.00

This traditional leaf necklace was carved from always refreshing turquoise by Sarah Leekya. As a teenager, Sarah learned to carve by helping her father, Leekya Deyuse, with his polishing. She has continued carving in her father's style, helping collectors develop a deep appreciation for the old-style fetishes. Leekya Deyuse was famous for carving leaves in his jewelry. This charming necklace is strung on natural coral with bits of turquoise. About 29" long from one end to the other. It lays beautifully, which is evident in the picture of Sarah wearing a similar creation! - $1800.00