Reproduction of a seed beaded transmontane war shirt from the 1870s. The scalp locks are real hair combined with horsehair. Ermine tubes are extended to about double the length as seen on some period originals. Beaded with antique beads. Width: 175 cm (69″) Length: 125 cm (49″).
Original price was: $15,500.$6,500Current price is: $6,500.
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Beads manufactured nowadays differ from those made one or two hundred years ago, particulary in colour shades and shape. Old beads were all of European origin and made of glass. The articless discusses history of
War shirts are some of the most beautiful artifacts plains indians produced. They were not just interesting and attractive pieces of outerwear, but rather a sign of social status. Only distinguished warriors had the right
