Plains Beaded Knife Sheath with Period Knife

Sheath Dimensions: 9 ½" x 3" A fine late 19th century Plains beaded knife sheath, fully beaded on the front with bold lanes of early greasy yellow, white, cobalt, and red white-heart glass beads, executed in lazy stitch on native-tanned hide. The edge is pony-beaded, adding a tactile decorative finish, and a small section of un-beaded hide remains exposed, showing good age and patina. The sheath houses its original period knife, marked GOODELL COMPANY / PAT OCT 1869 on the blade, a desirable feature that enhances its historical appeal. Overall, this example is notable for its strong color palette — particularly the sought-after greasy yellow ground — and honest age. A classic piece of Plains material culture, suitable for advanced collections of Native beadwork, weaponry, or 19th-century frontier artifacts.