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Vintage Plains Indian Beaded Leather Vest

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:400.00 USD Estimated At:800.00 - 1,600.00 USD
Vintage Plains Indian Beaded Leather Vest
Cree Flower Pattern 20th Century. This Plains Indian Beaded Leather Vest is a really nice collectible that can be worn or displayed! Hand made, it has a very sturdy construction in both the leather and beading. Flowers abound on the back with a complementing motif on the front. The glass beads include, red, white, orange, yellow, green and black....the design is dynamic! All the seams & beads are hand sewn. Four large buttons with leather loops close the front. It has been worn and there is normal wear and tear with some minor bead loss on the back center. This Plains Indian Beaded Leather Vest is one of a kind & an authentic piece of early, 20th century history! Flat laid out measurements: 19-1/2" wide at underarm, 17" long from top of back collar to bottom edge. Approximate size mens 38. This originally sold at Allard's Auction, 40 years ago for $3200.00.....don't miss out on owning this collectible!