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Significance of Clan/ Animal Symbols

Significance of Clan and Animal Symbols
http://authenticaksales.com/Significance%20of%20Clan.pdf

Authentic Alaskan Sales sells authenitc Tlingit jewelry online and also has a list with short description of the different animal symbols (totems) prominent in Tlingit culture.

One example: "The Raven is known as the trickster because of his wit and sense of humor. He is quick, curious and legends tell of him bringing light to the world. Raven exemplifies creativity, prestige and knowledge, and can be easily identified by its long straight beak."

Other animals described are eagle, bear, wolf, frog, killer whale, hummingbird, and sea otters. There is also a description of the significance of copper and the moon.

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