Glass Paperweight Legend
of the White Canoe -
Indian Maiden Sacrifice over Niagara Falls
HTF ‘Legend of the White Canoe’ Glass Paperweight, circa 1900,
where a Nude Indian Maiden was sacrificed to pacify the “Spirit of the Cataract”
(Latin for Falls) each year. A period
Unused 5-1/2” by 3-1/2” Post Card of the same image is also being included.
The paperweight measures approx. 4-1/4” long by 2-7/8” wide
by 1” thick. No chips or cracks in
glass. There is a felt backing over the
litho print on the back side. The Overall
Condition, commensurate with its age of 123 years and its use, is VG+.
Being offered here at a reasonable ‘Buy It Now' price….. or you
can simply ‘Make An Offer’. All offers will be seriously considered!
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