Native American Artifacts & Collectibles
Lot 241:
2 5/8" Gorget found in Page County, Virginia - Ex James F. Shields Collection
A 2 5/8" Gorget made of green, mica-sparkled metamorphic stone, found in Page County, Virginia. The piece shows correct manufacture for the region, with well-ground faces, properly shaped suspension perforations, and symmetrical edge finishing consistent with Eastern Woodlands Gorget production. Patination is appropriate for Virginia metamorphic material, displaying stable mica shimmer, natural surface aging, and no indicators of modern grinding or alteration. Ex James F. Shields Collection, Paxtang, Pennsylvania.
Condition: Ancient Authentic
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