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Jim Thorpe's Moccasins
A true piece of American history. These suede and leather moccasins with elaborate beading were worn by Jim Thorpe while starring in football and getting his formal education at the Carlisle Indian School circa 1912. This proud pair of footwear comes directly from Jim Thorpe through his wife Patricia and was obtained along with other important Thorpe pieces by pioneer sports collector Joel Platt in 1970. The moccasins come with a letter of provenance from Platt and a copy of the original 1970 telegram that Patricia Thorpe sent, imploring Platt to “come and get Jim’s things.” The shoes are believed to be from the Carlisle era based on the style (they are a pure Arts and Crafts/Mission style of the period plus they came along with other Native American relics from this era). They are in very good condition with only wear to the insoles, while 90% of the beading remains intact. This important item actually crosses the bridge between sports and history, between cultures of the original Native America and the commercialization of today’s U.S.A. Jim Thorpe was half Native American and one of the most versatile athletes the country has ever produced.
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