Plains Indian Beaded Scabbard with Knife

Plains Indian beaded scabbard with knife, circa 1880-90.  Rawhide scabbard decorated with small old blue, red, yellow and black beads in a geometric pattern.  Rawhide loops for hanging from an belt.  Excellent condition with no damage. There is one line of illegible writing on the back.  The scabbard is 10 inches long and 3 inches wide.  Knife is 9 3/4 inches long with a 4 1/2 inch crude wood grip attached with 4 copper rivets.

Price

$1650 (US)

Conditions

Certified check or money order ships on receipt.  For personal checks, I ship as soon as the check clears.  Buyer pays shipping.  NY state residents pay sales tax.  Five day inspection with full refund less shipping if returned as received.  Items are for collecting purposes only.

To purchase this item, you can call Ken Drake at (516) 799-4694 or email him at KenDrake@mindspring.com.