Plains Beaded Awl Cases

late 19th century

lot of 2, includes:

thread and sinew-sewn on harness leather base and buffalo hide flap; beaded in a concentric design in colors of white, royal blue, yellow, translucent burgundy, and translucent light green; long quill-wrapped hide thong fringe
overall length 26-1/2 inches

thread and sinew-sewn on harness leather base and hide flap; beaded concentric design in colors of light blue, navy blue, yellow, pea green, and translucent green; long quill-wrapped hide thong fringe
overall length 26 inches

This lot is located in Cincinnati.