Zuni Directional Fetish Sets – The Six Sacred Guardians

he Zuni Directional Fetish Set represents the harmony of the six sacred directions — North, South, East, West, Zenith (Sky), and Nadir (Earth). Each direction is protected by an animal guardian:

• North – Mountain Lion: Leadership and courage

• South – Badger: Healing and perseverance

• East – Wolf: Loyalty and guidance

• West – Bear: Strength and introspection

• Sky – Eagle: Spirit and vision

• Earth – Mole: Protection and hidden wisdom

Together, these six fetishes embody the complete balance of nature and spirit, uniting strength, healing, vision, and instinct. Traditionally, they are used in prayer and ceremony to call upon harmony and guidance from all directions.

Each set is hand-carved by Zuni artists using stones such as turquoise, jet, serpentine, and marble. Collectors value Directional Sets as the heart of Zuni symbolism — a sacred representation of balance within the universe and the self.