Necklace with a matched row of grizzly bear claws worn as a mark of distinction
Title

Necklace with a matched row of grizzly bear claws worn as a mark of distinction

Caption

Necklace with a matched row of grizzly bear claws worn as a mark of distinction, Only a few men qualified to wear such necklaces due to bravery resulting from contact with the Bear spirit. This necklace was made by the Fox Indians, who lived on the fringes of Plains and Great Lakes cultures. USA. Plains Indian / Fox Indians.

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Werner Forman Archive/ Plains Indian Museum, Buffalo Bill Historical Center, Cody, Wyoming USA

Credit line

Photo12/Universal Images Group/Werner Forman

Reference

UMG12A25_441

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