North American Auction Company
Live Auction

Legends of the West: Western & Native American Sale

Sat, Sep 23, 2023 11:00AM EDT
Lot 479

Early Reservation Apache Cutout Pipe Tomahawk Head

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

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The lot features an early Indian Reservation period forged pipe tomahawk head with cutouts from the Apache Indians. The tomahawk head has clear blacksmith hand forged iron with a tall bowl and rear flaring blade. The blade shows two cutouts, a crescent moon and five-point star, both nice later additions. The tomahawk head is paired with a contemporary hardwood handle with late brass covered brass tacks. The end shows a poured pewter cap with engraving. A nice older head with some later Reservation additions. The head is definitely more crudely made, likely a less skilled blacksmith, possibly an Indian Blacksmith with an older age. From the Jim Bastian collection. Overall the tomahawk measures 17”L with the head being 9 1/8”L by 2.5”L across the bottom of the blade. Total weight of 1 lbs 8 oz.

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