Shoulder Belt for a Powder Horn

probably early 19th century

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 723

This belt decorated with glass beads was acquired in 1939 with a powder horn (acc. no. 39.87a, b), The belt (39.87b) is currently displayed with a different powder horn (37.131.16a).

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Title: Shoulder Belt for a Powder Horn
Date: probably early 19th century
Culture: European or Native American
Medium: Glass, leather
Dimensions: L. 42 in. (106.7 cm)
Classification: Firearms Accessories
Credit Line: The Collection of J. H. Grenville Gilbert, of Ware, Massachusetts, Gift of Mrs. Gilbert, 1939
Object Number: 39.87b
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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