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Leather sheath, possibly from the Plains. Some fringe at end
Leather sheath, possibly from the Plains. Some fringe at end
Object Number 985-27-10/60344
Display Title Leather sheath, possibly from the Plains. Some fringe at end
Descriptions
Object Description Leather sheath, possibly from the Plains. Some fringe at end. 22x4.9 cm.
Inventory Description Sheath, tapered conical with fringe at end, perforated
Classification
  • Sheath
Department Ethnographic
Date 19th century
Culture
  • Plains
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
North America / United States
Materials Leather
Dimensions Overall: 22.5 x 4.5 x 0.5 cm (8 7/8 x 1 3/4 x 3/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 985-27-10/60344
Provenance
Collector William H. Claflin, Jr. (? - 1985)
Donor William H. Claflin, Jr. (? - 1985)

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