the Heȟáka Tracks Necklace

The Lakota people are the rightful land stewards of the Black Hills (He Sapa or Paha Sapa), the place I call home. When I was making these new pieces as an offering to the majestic elk, I got to wondering what the Lakota name for elk was, and it is heȟáka, so that’s where these pieces got their name from. In Lakota culture the elk is thought of as a relative who is symbolic of strength, endurance, and patience.  + Handcrafted heavy gauge reclaimed sterling silver pendant with rustic texture and hand stamped elk tracks + Wabi-sabi patina and texture on both sides. + Hand forged from re-claimed silver scrap metal  + Pendant is 1 ¼” long from top of bail to bottom of pendant and ¾” wide at widest point + 3mm sterling silver bead chain is 20” long with a 10” drop  + 24 and 30 inch sterling silver bead chains available upon request  + Hand fabricated by me start to finish using hand tools + If you have sizing questions please contact me I am happy to help + Brushed and oxidized sterling sil