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Apache Strike-a-Lite Bag and Awl Case

Currency:USD Category:American Indian Art / Art - Bead Work Start Price:100.00 USD Estimated At:1,200.00 - 1,600.00 USD
Apache Strike-a-Lite Bag and Awl Case
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Apache Strike-a-Lite Bag and Awl Case. Strike-a-Lite is 5.25" long, 5" wide with 2.75" beaded fringe and 6" handle. Solid and translucent beads frame the body and flap, while a star design is featured on the front panel. Early 20th century. Awl case is 16" long (including drops). Nice old piece decorated with translucent blue and red beads with solid white, cobalt and yellow. Tin cones are attached throughout. Circa 1880. Provenance: Estate of Jim Nicholls.