Dinah Gasper: Serpentine, Frog with Bundle Kent Banteah (d) resulting in a lifelike representation

resulting in a lifelike representation of a dragonfly frozen in time

The deep blue hue of the gemstone mimics the vast sky

Serpentine is believed to have healing and protective qualities

capturing its essence with such skill and craftsmanship

Dinah Gasper: Serpentine, Frog with Bundle Kent Banteah (d) resulting in a lifelike representationGasper Frog (Da: k'yawiyo): Toad (Dakka) Frog (Dakkya) is a sign of water. Water is life. In Zuni Pueblo, frogs often appear on prayer bowls since many of the Zuni prayers and dances ask for water in the form of rain or snow. Cleansing is also a part of Frogs meaning as well as emotional and physical healing. Dimensions: Length 1 7 16" X Width 1" X Height 13 16"