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Pawnee Pipe Tomahawk, circa 1850-1870

$30,000
£22,889.26
€26,057.61
CA$42,165.33
A$46,349.97
CHF 24,333.52
MX$551,134.49
NOK 312,497.63
SEK 284,651.57
DKK 194,692.19

About the Item

Pawnee pipe tomahawk. File burnt and tacked with remnants of yellow paint over entire shaft. Exhibited in the Wichita Falls Museum 1967, Maryland Academy of Art and Science 1969, Florida Museum - Ft. Lauderdale 1973, Collected by Howard Green from Hubbell who collected for George Heye around 1900. This piece also published in the American Arms Society's publication. Period: circa 1850-1870 Origin: Pawnee, Plains Size: Blade 18"; Overall 24".  Family Owned Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source.
  • Creator:
    Native Line (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Native American (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Coeur d Alene, ID
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: D1626_JO1stDibs: LU4019319783712

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