For some West Coast tribes, the otter is a symbol of loyalty and honesty. Curious and playful, otters reminds us to be present each day because life is a gift rather than a burden. Justin Red Elk's adorable otter with pipestone paste eyes is carved from fish rock serpentine and holds a gold lip shell fish catch in its mouth. Dimensions in their entirety are approximately 2 1/2" long, 1" wide and 1 3/8" tall.