May 17th 2014 Primitive American Artifacts Sale (12)
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/16/2014
700-500 B.P. Mississippian era Dallas phase. Rhea Co., Tennessee. Greenstone. A wonderfully delicate flared bit flows seamlessly into a tapered handle, giving this ceremonial spud a balance and symmetry that is a joy to hold. Dark organic patina still clings to most of the surface. An “as made” flat area runs along one side of the handle.
Item Dimensions: 9 - 3/4" x 2 - 3/4" x 26mm.