Argillite Feather Earrings by Amy Edgars (Haida)

"To me feathers mean freedom, and the feeling that birds have when they fly." Haida artist, Amy Edgars. Hand-carved by Haida artist Amy Edgars. The design features feathers is signed on the back by the artist. Feathers symbolize strength, wisdom and protection.

Argillite is a black stone that is geologically classified as slate. The argillite from Haida Gwaii is found on one mountaintop and is protected by the Haida Nation as a stone exclusively carved by the Haida people.

• Material: Argillite, paua shell, sterling silver
  
• Earring type: Dangles with sterling silver shepherd hooks 
• Dimensions: Approx. 1.5 inches x 0.5 inch ( 3.81 cm x 1.27 cm)

Made by Haida Artist, Amy Edgars:

Amy Edgars is a Haida artist from Old Massett, British Columbia. She was inspired by her late father, Myles Edgars, to pursue the art of argillite carving. Amy began carving at the age of 16. "I saw my dad and others carving every day, so I thought I better sit down and try it out," says Amy. She also notes the late Haida artist Pat Wesley as an influence in developing her carving skills.