Canadian. Leather, glass. A First Nations beaded turtle amulet on leather with strong yellow and red beads, and in very good condition. Turtle amulets were given to newborn babies to ensure good health and a long life. Old repair on the belly. Plains, late 19th century. 1.5" x 6" x 3.5". From the Sherry Boxall and Andrew Gruening Collection. Canadian. A First Nations beaded turtle amulet on leather with strong yellow and red beads, and in very good condition. Turtle amulets were given to newborn babies to ensure good health and a long life. Old repair on the belly. Plains, late 19th century.