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Object #     8366
Object name     Mink'uk, Needle
Culture of Origin     Alaskan Arctic
Materials     Ivory
Dimensions     L: 6 in, W: .2 in
Exhibit Label    

The needle is a critical tool for all of us. It made our clothing for us to thrive in our region. We used it all the time and would carry it with us no matter where we are.

Source     Hudson Bay Fur Company, Seattle


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