I've been asked about the appropriateness of using a Métis sash in the classroom, especially if the teacher is not sure about the provenance. My response is that any finger woven ceinture fléchée can be used to explain what the sash looks like. If you purchased it from a recognized Métis organization, then it is authentic, otherwise it can still help students understand what you are talking about. (You can read my more complete take on the issue here).
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