December 10-13, 2024 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/11/2024
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 pitted surface with some minor losses. A very decorative, early, and unusual double edged American weapon. PROVENANCE: Previously sold at Morphy Auctions as lot 10 in the September 26, 2018 single owner sale of the Collection of Walter O'Connor.