This Orca or Killer Whale Bracelet was hand-carved by Kwakwaka'wakw artist Chris Cook. It has been carved from sterling silver with 2 blue topaz stones bezel set into the eyes of the Orca.

The Orca or Killer Whale symbolizes family, romance, longevity, harmony, travel, community and protection. He is said to protect those who travel away from home, and to lead them back when the time comes. Orcas will often stay their whole life with the same pod and raise each calf with care.

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The bracelet measures 1 inch or 2 1/2 centimeters wide and 6 1/4 inches or 16 centimeters long.