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Bolo, silver base in the shape of a tree, stamped leaves, inlaid turquoise
Bolo, silver base in the shape of a tree, stamped leaves, inlaid turquoise
Object Number 986-28-10/59852
Display Title Bolo, silver base in the shape of a tree, stamped leaves, inlaid turquoise
Descriptions
Object Description Bolo, silver base in the shape of a tree with stamped pattern on the leaves, turquoise stone set in the center of the tree & a carved turquoise bear at the foot of the tree, half crown, silver cone terminals. 5.3 x 4.7 cm.
Inventory Description Bolo, silver base in the shape of a tree, stamped leaves, inlaid turquoise
Classification
  • Bolo
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Navajo
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States
Materials Silver, Animal hide, Stone
Dimensions Overall: 45 x 4.7 x 1.8 cm (17 11/16 x 1 7/8 x 11/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 986-28-10/59852 / BO-15 / MY.SK / Y846420
Provenance
Collector Henry Ellicott Magill (1920-1980)
Donor Richard E. Allen (1983-1986)

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