Skip to main content
Object Number 985-27-10/60441
Display Title Blackfoot fire steel.
Descriptions
Object Description Blackfoot steel for fire making. Made from an old file which hangs from a strip of commercial leather. Leather decorated w/ brass tacks and has loop at top for hanging. 41x2 cm.
Inventory Description Tool, leather strap with brass tack decoration, oblong shaped steel at end
Classification
  • Tools
Department Ethnographic
Date 20th century
Culture
  • Blackfoot
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States / Montana?
Dimensions Overall: 41 x 4 x 1.7 cm (16 1/8 x 1 9/16 x 11/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 985-27-10/60441
Provenance
Collector William H. Claflin, Jr. (? - 1985)
Donor William H. Claflin, Jr. (? - 1985)

Important Note about Historical Language

Collections records may contain language, reflecting past collecting practices and methods of analysis, that is no longer acceptable. The Peabody Museum is committed to addressing the problem of offensive and discriminatory language present in its database. Our museum staff are continually updating these records, adding to and improving content. We welcome your feedback and any questions or concerns you may want to share. Please email us with your comments.