Even though these moccasins do not have a puckered toe, they are traditional Chippewa (Ojibwa) moccasins.

The black cloth is velvet. Velvet was traded for and used for a variety of clothing including, shirts, leggings, cuffs, dresses, and in the making of moccasin.

The beadwork is a raised style; it was done on the cloth before it was attached to the leather. The white trim on the toe of the moccasin was done after the cloth portion had been attached to the leather. This helped to hide the seam.

The white trim on the upper part of the moccasin (around the ankle part) was also put on after it was attached to the leather. The red trim is ribbon.

It’s hard to tell how old these moccasins are. They do have a foot impression, so they have been worn. This style is still made and worn today.