Hopi Sterling Silver Belt Buckle-Long Hair Kachina

Hopi belt buckle by Meryl Namoki featuring the Long Hair Katsina, Prayer Feathers, corn and clouds and rain. Prayer Feathers: Prayer feathers or "Pahos" are created out of cottonwood root or cedar and have specific feathers attached to catch the wind. They are generally created to communicate with the Creator of the Kachinas and are used to accomplish specific tasks of protection and blessings. Clouds-Water-Waves : Water is all important to the Hopi as it enables the growth and sustenance of their corn crop. Symbol of good fortune & fertility.