Hello,
My father was handed this in the '70s to be repaired as either a neckcklace or badge.
Unfortunately he can't remember much else anymore, and assumes the owner passed away before he had a chance to finish it.
So, the clasp needs a little work.
We are from the Idaho/Montana areas...
Nimiipuu, Salish, Kootenai Nations.
(Nez Perce, Flathead Indians, Natives)
This is a very elegant piece of beaded craftwork, and we hope it returns to it's rightful place with our smoke upon it.
Both of our apologies for having it this long.
Sincerely,
William... Salish~MatiĆ