Northern Plains Beaded Loop Necklace, Circa 1880

Blackfoot or Crow

Hide, Commercial Hide, Glass Beads, Brass Tacks | Item 2069

There are 11 light blue glass beaded loops all attached to commercial hide with brass tacks. At this joinery a piece of hide is attached as side fringe. The middle of each loop has 7 French brass beads. The glass beads are attached with two parallel strands of sinew. The core of the loops appears to be an early, rolled fabric. The overall effect is quite beautiful.

Price
$2800
Dimensions 24" long and 14" wide
Condition Excellent with no loss and no restoration
Provenance Private collection in Montana
Northen Plains loop necklace with light blue glass beads and French brass beads, circa 1880, either Blackfoot or Crow.