• Materials: Sterling Silver 925
• Measurements: 1 5/8' X 1 5/8" / 41mm X 41mm
• Totem Symbols: Bear, Salmon
• Artists: Cristiano William Baker
• Styles: Canadian First Nations
• Categories: Pendants

Salmon

The symbol of immortality and wealth, dependability and renewal. The Salmon is the life source, and is always treated with high regard and respect. Many First Nations cultures tell of the Salmon people living in the ocean, who offer their bodies as food to the human world and once their flesh is used they return home to put on new flesh and begin the cycle once again. Their stories teach to honor and respect what is given and to never be too greedy.

Bear

The Bear symbolizes strength, independence, learned humility, and teaching. The protector of the animal kingdom. With great power and human like qualities, the Bear is known as the Elder Kinsman and is always treated as a high-ranking guest.

William Baker

William Baker, a member of the Coast Salish Nation (Squamish) from Vancouver, BC, was born in 1965. He embraces the Killer Whale as his family crest and began his carving journey in 1983, inspired by his brother Fred and cousin Richard Baker. 

Specializing in red and yellow cedar, William produces exquisite plaques, masks, talking sticks, bowls, and totem poles, as well as works in precious metals. His distinctive style features clean carvings and an innovative use of bold and soft contemporary colors alongside traditional hues and designs.