Connect with ancestral wisdom and sacred spiritual teachings wearing the Medicine Turtle Necklace by James Jacko. Designed in collaboration with Oscardo for the Gallery Collection, this teardrop-shaped pendant showcases Odawa-Potawatomi artist James Jacko's meaningful Medicine Turtle (La tortue guérisseuse) design. In Indigenous traditions, the turtle represents Turtle Island, longevity, and healing, while the surrounding circles honour the sacred teachings and the messenger birds that deliver guidance from the Creator.

Crafted from hypoallergenic, nickel-free materials, this elegant pendant features a vibrant printed art insert beneath a smooth protective dome, suspended from a delicate adjustable chain. Mounted on an authentic story card detailing its cultural origin, it makes a thoughtful gift, a daily emblem of balance and resilience, or a cherished keepsake that directly supports the artist through royalties.

Material: Hypoallergenic, nickel-free zinc alloy with a printed art insert
Pendant Dimensions: Approx. 3 cm x 1.8 cm (1.2" x 0.7")
Chain Length: Adjustable chain up to 42 cm (16.5")
Closure: Secure lobster clasp
Ethical Sourcing: Royalties are paid directly to the artist for every necklace sold
Packaging: Mounted on an authentic artist story card featuring French and English text

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Medicine Turtle Necklace by James Jacko

Name: Medicine Turtle Necklace by James Jacko
Brand: Oscardo
SKU: 064837111032
Price: 19.95 CAD
Availability: InStock

SKU: 064837111032

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Oscardo is a leading souvenir and gift supplier featuring some of Canada’s most iconic Indigenous artwork. Since 1997, Oscardo has been an industry leader, paying royalties to 24 artists for every product sold and consulting the artists during development to ensure a beautiful product that fairly represents and promotes their artwork. Known for carrying quality items featuring top designs, Oscardo’s products are found in Indigenous-owned stores and wholesalers, boutiques, museums, public and private art galleries, National Parks and government organizations in every province across the country.

Indigenous Ownership: Oscardo is part of the Arctic Beverages family. Arctic Beverages is owned by Athabasca Basin Development, Prince Albert Development Corp and Paskwayak Business Development Corporation, collectively representing 13 First Nations and four northern communities.
James Jacko - Odawa-Pottawatomi Artist James Jacko is of the Three Fires Conferacy from the Wilwemikong Unceded Indian Reserve, Manitoulin Island and is of Odawa / Pottawan First Nations. James started painting in 1977, but has always been creative in different medium. He is a self-taught artist and he loved using the theme “creation”. His greatest influences come from his family, most of whom are very detailed in their own style either through arts and crafts, trades, and work ethic, along with strong cultural surroundings and beauty of his home community. James’ artwork has been shown in numerous group art shows and exhibits in North America and has found its way in man private and corporate collections around the globe. James continues with his artwork in a private setting in his community where his strongest influences are.

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