JSW610 Thunderbird Pendant

Sterling silver Thunderbird made by a Shades of the West Navajo silversmith. The hand stamped 1” x 1 1/4” pendant has lightning, cloud and rain symbols.

Navajo believe the Thunderbird is the dominating force that controls all natural occurrences. Many believe that the Thunderbird is the Creator, Destroyer, and Controller of all nature. Many Navajos try to appease the Thunderbird with offerings, ceremonies, and songs. This is because the Thunderbird is also seen as the great rain bringer who dictates when rains will fall. If a tribe fails to appease the bird, they may not experience enough rain to keep their crops alive.