Kwahu, the Eagle Katsina is featured on this beautiful buckle. Usually appearing in night ceremonies in March, this figure will move and cry in a most realistic manner. At the end of the dance, the people give him corn meal and pray to him that more eaglets will be born, so their feathers may be gathered and used in the making of prayer feathers for everyone, thus carrying the prayers for health and prosperity. This piece measures 2 by 3 inches and will accommodate up to a 1 1/2 inch belt. Beautifully crafted by Hopi Silversmith, Eddison Wadsworth Soohafyah . His hallmark, the Lakon Rain Mark is etched on the reverse side.

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