Trade silver
18th century
3" x 3"
Provenance:John Haltmayer, Wisconsin well known Midwest fur trade era collector era and avocational archaeologist
A finely engraved silver trade gorget or pendant in the shape of a heart featuring the British royal coat of arms, the reverse with original applied red leather. Likely produced by British Silversmiths for direct trade with Native Americans. Unique to this particular piece, the heart shape, symbolic of Native diplomacy during the period. Rare
Trade silver
18th century
3" x 3"
Provenance:John Haltmayer, Wisconsin well known Midwest fur trade era collector era and avocational archaeologist
A finely engraved silver trade gorget or pendant in the shape of a heart featuring the British royal coat of arms, the reverse with original applied red leather. Likely produced by British Silversmiths for direct trade with Native Americans. Unique to this particular piece, the heart shape, symbolic of Native diplomacy during the period. Rare
