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Bead
1840 Approximate
Bead. Material: glass. Size: 7/8" diameter x 1 1/8" L. Description: red, white and blue glass; half of a large broken bead with center bore.
Bead used by Native Americans. Dr. Schirmer of Minnesota State University, Mankato visited 2 July 2013 and determined that this is a Native American trade item used for decoration for costumes. Currently displayed in the flat exhibit case located on the museum balcony timeline.