Large Durga Patri Hoop Garnet and Fossilized / Mineralized

Garnet and Fossilized / Mineralized Walrus Tusk

Hook and eye closure

A fun piece mimicing an atom

Cute open ovals hang from elongated wires

Length:  1 1/2

Large Durga Patri Hoop Garnet and Fossilized / MineralizedMetal: Silver Length: 2 1 2" Width: 1 3 4" The antique silver amulet, or patri, is anchored in an ancient Indian tradition of village and tribal art. This is rural art that has given a voice to women, to the tribe, and to the lowest caste villager. The icons are about connection with nature as well as connection with the vital energy of creation. Traditionally, amulets have been objects that were thought to bestow the owner with the properties, powers