Antique 19th Century Arapaho Beaded "Strike-A-Lite" Bag

Description

Created by a member of the Arapaho Indian Tribe, this Stike-A-Lite bag was used to carry a flint or piece of steel for lighting fires. These bags were worn on belts so the tools were always on hand. This pouch is constructed of native tanned hide, decorated with glass trade beads in geometric designs. The bottom is adorned with tin cone "tinklers". Fully beaded on front side. In excellent original condition with virtually no bead or cone loss. Comes with custom display stand. P
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Measures 6 inches high, by 4 inches across the bottom.
Offered here fresh out of a collector's estate for the first time. Payment in full is expected within 48 hours after item closes. I pack and ship on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.  No returns unless item is grossly misrepresented. Shipping cost is to lower 48 states only. Note: we will have many other victorian buttons listed in the near future.  Thank you!
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