The
Nez Perce Purse
Purse is made from gold elkskin
Natural edge is used on flap
Flap partially fringed and beaded
Natural edge at bottom has been hand cut into fringe
Polished Elk antler rosette button (from shed antlers)
Adjustable strap
Various colored glass Crow beads
Various colored glass whiteheart beads
Italian silver and brass beads
Two types of French Brass beads
Shell Beads
Tibetan Bone Beads
Carved Wooden Beads
Various colored iridescent beads
About 300 beads on this magnificent purse
Inside top edge is also double handlaced
Double hand laced for strength and durability
Purse is 81/2 x 12 inches
Magnificent with lots of unusual beads