May 27, 2020 Founders & Patriots
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/27/2020
This tomahawk is featured as no. 9 on page 293 of "Who's Who in Indian Relics" and on page 265 of "Rare and Unusual Indian Artifacts", both by Lar Hothem. This well-balanced weapon was a favorite among the Iroquois Indians. The hand-forged iron head measures 6-1/4" overall, including the spike. The 2-1/2" inch blade has a 1-1/2" nearly straight cutting edge. The head features double-ears around the eye and an octagonal 3" downward curved spike. The haft is a later replacement and has traces of red ochre paint. CONDITION: Head retains a grey patina with some darker areas, cutting edge shows sharpening marks. Haft very good. PROVENANCE: Ex. Tom Richards and Robert Wheeler Collections.
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Letter from previous owner