October 30, 2019 The Collection of Steve & Marcy Hench
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/30/2019
For a similar example, see Figure 88 on page 158 of "Indian Tomahawks & Frontiersmen Belt Axes" by Hartzler and Knowles. The head measures 7-1/4" in length including the 1-3/8" tulip-shaped bowl. Blade of 4-3/8" with 2-5/8" crescent cutting edge. Tear drop-shaped eye with moldings on each side, construction of layered steel. Haft appears to be original and measures 13-7/8" in length including 1/4" mouthpiece. CONDITION: Head retains a grey patina with some de-lamination. Haft retains an original surface with some carrying wear and a smooth patina. A very nice Eastern Woodland pipe tomahawk. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Bill Basco, who found this piece in western Pennsylvania.