Northern Plains pemmican pounder with rawhide wrap, flattened stone, patina from smoke and grease. Thong loop for belt hanging. First half 19th Century, possibly older. A hard to find utilitarian piece. This one exceptional.
PERIOD: Early 19th Century
ORIGIN: Great Plains – Northern Plains, Native American
SIZE: Stone 3 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ Overall 7 1/2″