Wampum belt
Description:
Wampum belt which was part of payment given by Lieutenant George McDougall for Belle Isle (formerly known as Hog Island or Ile au Cochon). Belle Isle was purchased from the Chippewa and Ottawa Indians by McDougall for five barrels of rum, three rolls of tobacco, three pounds of vermillion and a wampum belt, with an additional three barrels of rum and three pounds of paint to be delivered at the time of possession.
Details
Resource ID:
bh012368
Date Issued:
1769 (year approximate)
Format:
1 wampum belt ; 2.75 x 37 in.
Filing Location:
Vault
Rights:
Physical rights are retained by DPL. Copyright is retained in accordance with U.S. copyright laws.