NWT HBC SCARLET POINT BLANKET

The HBC Point Blanket has been called many things throughout its history: An essential trade item, an enduring emblem of Canada, a carrier of disease, and a symbol of colonialism. We begin to acknowledge the many layers of symbolism the blanket embodies in history, art, pop culture, and commerce Solid red blankets first appeared in the 18th century. One of the standard colours after the multistripe, the scarlet blanket is unique in that it is actually woven as a white blanket and is over-dyed afterwards. Woven in original wool mill in England since 1800 Heirloom quality Superior warmth Seal of authenticity 100% wool Dry clean Made in England SPECIFICATIONS Queen - 6 points, 90" x 100