Paul Szabo Grizzly Bear Pendant with Coral Stars

Paul Szabo is a skilled jeweler of Rosebud Sioux heritage. With this captivating sterling silver pendant, he has depicted the legendary North American Grizzly or Brown Bear.

Now listed as a threatened species, the Grizzly Bear is an important player in Lakota culture and religion, which is exactly the type of subject that Paul Szabo is best known for portraying in his artistic jewelry creations.

His large pendant is inset with two tiny red coral stars watching over the lone bear.

This special pictorial piece measures 2 7/8" x 1 7/8" wide. The bail is hidden on the reverse, and is 1/4" in diameter - just perfect to hang on coral, silver, or turquoise beads.

Signed on the reverse, from a private collection.