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NATIVE AMERICAN TRIBAL LEATHER BREASTPLATE ARMOR
Estimate:
$500 - $800
Sold
$160
Live Auction
Native American Jewelry Auction
Category
Description
Reproduction ceremonial decorative and medicinal armor.
Formed by three hardened tanned rectangular leather pieces, decorated with carved horn, bells, horsehair fringe trim, and colorful beads. Traditionally used for protection in battle and hunting, and in Native dances and ceremonies. Worn over a bare chest in hot climates, and over a shirt in colder climates.
Issued: 20th c.
Dimensions: 21.5"L x 10.25"W
Country of Origin: United States
Formed by three hardened tanned rectangular leather pieces, decorated with carved horn, bells, horsehair fringe trim, and colorful beads. Traditionally used for protection in battle and hunting, and in Native dances and ceremonies. Worn over a bare chest in hot climates, and over a shirt in colder climates.
Issued: 20th c.
Dimensions: 21.5"L x 10.25"W
Country of Origin: United States
Condition
Overall good condition