Very rare to find both military and Indian Sioux bridle together. Dyed porcupine quills in a geometric pattern across the brow with down feathers and cones, topped by a band of beaded decoration. The drops on the cheeks are quilled, as is the face drop. Retains the original military Shoemaker low curb bit and brass U.S. conchos. Pictured: Horses & Bridles of the American Indians by Mike Cowdrey and Ned & Jody Martin, page 39, figure 2.15.