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Sioux Otter Trade Mirror Breast Plate 19th-20th

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:400.00 - 2,000.00 USD
Sioux Otter Trade Mirror Breast Plate 19th-20th
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This is an early Sioux Native American Indian otter breast plate with the rare round trade mirrors. The piece is from circa 19th to 20th Century. The breast plate shows excellent Otter Fur on early trade clothe with various round trade mirrors. The edge shows a fancy copper bead design. These were worn during the Sioux Grass Dances and the wearers were called “Otters”. The piece shows overall well preserved condition. The piece measures 16.5”x9.5” (measured from the front when the two collar pieces are pressed together to make a rectangle). Please review pictures for condition and age.