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Hunkpapa Sioux Thundebird Rawhide War Shield

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:750.00 - 2,250.00 USD
Hunkpapa Sioux Thundebird Rawhide War Shield
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This is a Hunkpapa Sioux Native American Indian war shield showing the highly regarded Thunderbird, a powerful symbol. The shield is made with buffalo rawhide with buffalo hide stretched over. A long loop of hide would allow the warrior to wear the shield around his neck and shoulder. The front of the shield shows the Thunderbird with lightning bolts on either side. The shield is painted with organic and mineral dyes. The war shield is in good condition. It measures 17.75" in diameter.