Bandoliers are pocketed belts for holding either individual cartridges or belts of ammunition. They are usually slung sash-style over the shoulder and chest, with the ammunition pockets across the midriff and chest. Reference: Wikipedia
Below are some examples and price guides of beaded bandoliers including a Native American Ojibwe bag and a loom beaded bag.
1880s Native American Ojibwe Beaded Bandolier Bag
Sold for US$1,400 at Artemis Gallery in 2023
Loom Beaded Great Lakes Bandolier Bag late 19th century, loom beaded. Measures approx 40 inches in length. Good condition with some age expected minor imperfections.
Sold for US$550 at Material Culture in 2022
Great Lakes Bandolier Bag
Mid 19th century.
Max L. 19 in.
Sold for US$1,000 at Cottone Auctions in 2023
Native American Bandolier Ceremonial Bag Beaded Ojibwe Chippewa Cherokee. A very attractive beaded bandolier of Native American decent with field of blue beads with a prominent yellow and red falcon (rare to see bandolier with animal or bird). Sides decorative with geometric yellow and red beaded designs. Blue cloth back and leather fringe with glass beads. It is beyond our expertise to identify which tribe or region this bandolier origination. Dates to the 1st half 20th century.
Weight Approx., 2lbs
Measures Approx., 13 inches x 13.75 inches (30.5 inches with handle strap & 45 inches with the fringe)
Sold for US$450 at Taylor & Harris in 2023
