Native American Hopi Made Man in the Maze Pendant

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Native American Hopi Made Man in the Maze Pendant by Shayne Joseph

This large Sterling silver pendant of the Man in the Maze was done in deeply cut overlay. This piece was created by Hopi silversmith Shayne Joseph. The Great Seal of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community is this ancient pattern. The pattern figured for untold years in Pima baskets and represents the Maze, or house of “Se-eh-ha.” The legend states the “Man in the Maze” helps children understand the meaning of life. The maze depicts experiences and choices we make in our journey through life. It illustrates the search for balance—physical, social, mental and spiritual. In the middle of the maze are found a persons dreams and goals. Legend says when we reach the center, the Sun God is there to greet us, bless us and pass us into the next world. The pendant is 1.5 inches in diameter.