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LEGAL & ORIGINAL 1900-1920 Era Warbonnet, Upstate New York Tribe

$ 1581.36

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Origin: Unknown
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Condition: Used
  • Artisan: Unknown
  • Provenance: Ownership History Not Available
  • Tribal Affiliation: Iroquois
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted

    Description

    ORIGINAL 1900-1920 Era Warbonnet.  According to research I conducted, this Warbonnet dates from just after the turn of the century's and is constructed of Turkey feathers, which makes it legal to buy, sell and possess.  According to the experts I spoke with, it was made by hand in the Niagara Falls region by a Native American, and is DEFINITELY Indian-made.  There is no way to tell what tribal affiliation the Indian had, since it is based on plains tribal headwear and was not made by a plains tribal member.  Most likely, this was worn by a Native American who would pose for photos with tourists.  This is quite a rare specimen, because it's not modern made as a "collectible" but was actually used by a Native American.  The beads themselves are valuable, and I am told they sell for or so, each.  A few of the feathers are damaged, but overall, this piece has a very nice presentation, and will display quite nicely.  Please note: there are NO feathers that would make this illegal or unethical to sell.  A RARE chance to find a genuine war bonnet that you an actually own!  Buyer to pay a flat for shipping.