Description:
Northern Plains Beaded Hide Knife Sheath, c. last quarter 19th century, with rawhide liner and beaded on the front with geometric and cross devices, multiple hide suspensions with tin cones, includes a knife with hoof-shaped handle, lg. without fringe 11 1/4 in.
Estimate $2,000-2,500
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Keywords
geometric and cross devices
American Indian & Tribal Art
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