Pendleton Blanket - Cascadia Pendant Weight: 82 grams

Weight: 82 grams

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

Each feather is carefully painted to represent Young Eagle Feathers

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

A double strand of Navajo pearls brings graceful weight and balance to this statement heirloom

Pendleton Blanket - Cascadia Pendant Weight: 82 gramsPendleton 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.