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LARGE “THUNDERBIRD” ENGRAVED PIPE TOMAHAWK.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,500.00 USD Estimated At:3,000.00 - 4,000.00 USD
LARGE “THUNDERBIRD” ENGRAVED PIPE TOMAHAWK.

24” file branded haft, 12.5” forged head, 5” cutting edge, teardrop eye. Blade has pierced Latin cross and roller engraved renditions of “thunderbird” one side and horse with blanket on other. This hawk was attributed to John Wilson by Mr. Maddox and valued at $50,000 according to tag from his collection. It does have stunning decoration and presentation, but unknown provenance. CONDITION: very good overall, head has grey iron patina, haft fits loosely with leather gasket. PROVENANCE: From the Lifelong Collection of Glen E. Mattox. (02-18501/JS). $3,000-4,000.