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C. 1965 Shoshone (Fort Hall) beaded zipper purse. The purse is in a
rectangular shape, measuring 9.5" x 7.75" x 2" not including the beaded strap &
chain handle. The handle has a drop of 13" to the top of the purse.
Same design on both sides. Construction is 3 basic pieces, with
beaded leather front & back & leather strip insert that joins the halves
together. The tooled leather insert bears the name of "Ernstine" on the
bottom. Courtesy of private collection. |