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Three (3) 19th Century OR Early 20th Century, Native Am

Currency:USD Category:Antiques Start Price:200.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 2,000.00 USD
Three (3) 19th Century OR Early 20th Century, Native Am
Three (3) 19th Century OR Early 20th Century, Native American Iroquois glass beaded pin cushions. The origin of the pincushion is shrouded in the dark recesses of history. Many centuries ago, pins and needles were difficult to fabricate so their owners secured these highly valued items in specially made containers fashioned from precious metals, ivory and bone. Sometime during the 15th century in Europe, basic homespun pincushions that were tightly stuffed with wool roving and other materials came into use. Many were covered with colorful fabrics and over time they were made into an untold number of shapes including shoes, fans, dolls, fruits and vegetables. SIZE: see attached ruler photo. Photos are part of the description representing the condition report and can be used for authentication prior to the sale date. Pangaea Auctions urges Bidder's to view all attached photos in detail.