Among Northwest Coast First Nations, clothing signifies wealth, power and affiliation. Crest symbols painted on hats or woven into textiles refer to stories owned by the wearer and his family that tell of mythical encounters with various creatures. In evoking the stories, the crests proclaim membership in a clan. The decoration on this hat depicts a legend involving a killer whale.
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