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   ocr: slats joined with sinew or cord protected the body. Effective against arrows and spears, the armor offered little protection from bullets, and it was abandoned soon after Europeans introduced firearms. The superbly made armor seen here is a testament to the high technical standards and brilliant artistry of the indigenous Northwest cultures. The body armor is not only beautifully crafted but also illuminates a fascinating convergence of three cultures. It is covered with Chinese coins, which the Tlingit received in trade with Boston sea merchants. Exchanging metal tools and other goods with th ...