Navajo
Ceremonial 
Rawhide Rattle
 
Rattles were often used in healing ceremonies.
The rhythm was said to echo the heart beat of the Earth Mother.
 
The bear track is a symbol of leadership.
 
The decorated rawhide rattle head is approximately 2" in diameter.
 
The wooden handle is hand painted and accented with horse hair
and hanging loop.
 
7.5" in length
 
You will receive the item in the photo.
 
Navajo Artisan: James Shorty
 
Handcrafted in the United States