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Dagger Sheath

MOA: University of British Columbia

3363/2

Beaded dagger sheath composed of two layers of dark brown corduroy, the bottom layer about an inch longer at the open end, with sides sewn together. Interior lined with a beige fabric. A wide strap is attached at open end of the sheath. Composed of five pieces of brown fabric (two sets of two matching, and one different) and is decorated with four matching beaded designs in white and sky blue. The back is lined a dark blue fabric on each end. All sides of the strap and sheath are hemmed with a stitched trim. Most sides are further decorated with white beading in a subtle zigzag.

  • Type of Item sheath
  • Culture Tahltan
  • Material fibre, glass
  • Measurements height 77.5 cm, width 13.5 cm, depth 5.2 cm (overall)
  • Previous Owner Gary R. Bell
  • Received from Gary R. Bell
  • Made in British Columbia
  • Ownership Date before May 17, 2019
  • Acquisition Date on May 17, 2019
  • Item Classes textiles; beadwork
  • Condition fair
  • Accession Number 3363/0002

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