Native American Indian Jewelry - Hopi Indian Jewelry
Size: 1 1/3" x 1 "Material: .925 Silver (Sterling) Artist: Michael Sockyma
Finish: High Polish Availability: Usually ships same day- next day.
Hopi Pin-Pendant Combination
This Sterling silver Pin/Pendant combination by Michael Sockyma features the kokopelli design
Kokopelli: This character is
known as the fertility god, humped back flute player, or shape changer and was
revered by all Native American People who knew of him. His representation can be
found carved on the side of cliffs, inside caves, mimicked by Kachina Dolls and
even in personal adornment. He is generally known to bring good luck and
fortune. Among the Hopi people he carries unborn children on his back passing
them out to women. Kokopelli also takes part in marriage rituals, crop rituals
and he also chases away winter and brings in spring. Kokopelli can also appear
with has consort, Kokopelmana.