Mid 1600's to Early 1800's · In The Mackinac Straits Area
…and my thoughts about what was left behind. — Robert Bennett
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This book is a photographical reference of items recovered from the Mackinac Straits area. They were taken over the course of my ten-year infatuation with French and British relics of the fur trade.
For those who enjoy history through the study of artifacts, A Pictorial History of Fur Trade Goods puts it all in the palm of your hands. This special addition book is a continuation of Robert Bennett's first release displaying additional and rare trade era materials — a snap shot in time of the Michigan and Great Lakes Fur Trade period captured for present and future generations of historians, collectors and researchers.
This accumulation of Native American fur trade relics and period military items is invaluable as most unique artifact discoveries are rarely made available for historical study.
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Reviews from owners of my first edition…
“A pictorial book of this type is long over due and well worth the price. If you don't own the artifacts, then a good quality photo is the very next best thing. This book is filled with many hard to find and one of a kind items that can't be seen anyplace else… A must for the serious collector and researcher of fur trade period materials.”— Gary
“I like the many full page photos with the excellent detail and clarity of the items. Especially our favorite – the Father Marquette ring. Thanks for doing this to help record and expose the Great Lakes Fur Trade history.”— Dick
“The books arrived safe and sound and I've finally gotten a chance to go through it. All I've got to say is WOW!!!!! What an amazing work you've put together.”— Jeff
“When your book arrived, I had my wife take it, unopened, and wrap it up for me for Christmas. I am now enjoying it immensely!! Signing and numbering it was a nice surprise.”— Norm
“I have looked through your book many times, its a major work without a doubt.”— Guy
“Bob, I got my book today and love it. Thanks! It is well worth the wait and price.”— Dave
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