Pendleton Blanket - Cascadia Pendant The Lakota word for horse

The Lakota word for horse is Sunka Wakan or "Holy Dog

features Kingman Turquoise in both the Pendant and Bale

Weight: 82 grams

Soft speckled patina with bold silhouette art

The abalone is worn to ward off evil and the jewelry is highly important to their concept of harmony and beauty in life

Pendleton Blanket - Cascadia Pendant The Lakota word for horsePendleton Home Collection Blanket The role of the blanket is woven deep in the history of Native Americans. For centuries it has been used for warmth, medium exchange, artistic expression, and as an important element of ceremonies and recognition. Pendleton Woolen Mills began weaving in 1909 and be came known as a Indian Trade Blanket. Pendleton weavers and designers worked with their Native American customers to develop color and design preferences.