September 26, 2018 O'Connor's Americana Collection
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/26/2018
Two very similar double-headed axes were found at Fort Ligonier in Pennsylvania and remain in the collection at Fort Ligonier. In his collection, Walter, had copies of photographs and of the inventory cards for these two similar pieces. The Tomahawk offered here, measures about 5-1/8" overall with twin 2" blades with 1-9/16" cutting edges, and is of forged iron construction with both cutting edges of steel. Each side of both blades has a diamond inlay engraved with borders and an inlaid band at the back, against the eye. One of the inlays was tested, and proved to be solid gold. One diamond inlay is missing and part of one band is missing. This item was dug and retains a heavy pitted surface with some minor losses. A very decorative, early, and unusual double edged American weapon. Complete with photographs of this piece when it was dug.