A Sioux Indian Pemmican Pounder dating from the War Years (1860’s-1880’s) on the Northern Plains.
The rounded stone is wrapped in buffalo hide and stitched with sinew.
Used for pounding buffalo meat into jerky, ready energy for a people making a last stand, constantly on the move from American troops.
Fine condition with minor loss at tip of handle. On a custom museum stand.
Ex. Old Los Angeles Collection.
8.25 in. x 3.5 in. x 3.25 / 21 cm. x 9 cm. x 8 cm.
A Sioux Indian Pemmican Pounder dating from the War Years (1860’s-1880’s) on the Northern Plains.
The rounded stone is wrapped in buffalo hide and stitched with sinew.
Used for pounding buffalo meat into jerky, ready energy for a people making a last stand, constantly on the move from American troops.
Fine condition with minor loss at tip of handle. On a custom museum stand.
Ex. Old Los Angeles Collection.
8.25 in. x 3.5 in. x 3.25 / 21 cm. x 9 cm. x 8 cm.
