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SKU: 220612-11

Plains Hide Beaded Knife Case

20th Century

.875" H x 11.5" L x 3.625" W + 4.5" L Handle + 15" L Fringe

Hand Crafted from Hide Leather, Glass Seed Beads and Metal Cones with Hide Leather Fringe with a Geometric Design and a Braided Hide Leather Handle

In Very Good Condition

Plains hide beaded knife cases (frequently referred to as knife sheaths) are culturally significant artifacts handcrafted by Native American tribes of the Great Plains, such as the Lakota/Sioux, Cheyenne, Crow, and Blackfoot. Originating primarily during the mid-to-late 19th century and persisting through the early 20th century, these items beautifully merge rugged daily functionality with highly individualized artistic expression.

Condition: Very Good

Tribe: Plains Indian

Year Range: 1925 - 1950

Region: Plains

Dimensions: 0.88 in11.5 in3.63 in4.5 in15 in

Shipping

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  • Jewelry & Pottery: $15
  • All other pieces: $20

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