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RARE MI'KMAQ QUILL PURSE / BOURSE MICMAQUE C. 1855

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RARE MI'KMAQ QUILL PURSE / BOURSE MICMAQUE C. 1855

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Description

A Mi'kmaq quill decorated birch bark purse / container with strong colours and design. Rare form. Good condition (no lid). Illustrated: Celebrating Canada, page 18. Circa 1855. H: 5.5"; W: 6.5"; D: 3.25". // Bourse ou boîte en écorce micmaque décorée de piquants, dessins et couleurs impressionnants, forme originale, bon état (sans couvercle). Forme rare. Vers 1855. Illustrée dans Le Canada chez soi, p. 18. H: 5,5po L: 6,5po D: 3,2 po.

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RARE MI'KMAQ QUILL PURSE / BOURSE MICMAQUE C. 1855

Name: RARE MI'KMAQ QUILL PURSE / BOURSE MICMAQUE C. 1855
SKU: 75556849
Price: 1400 CAD
Availability: InStock

Estimate CA$1,500 - CA$2,500

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Starting Price CA$750

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