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Pipe Tomahawk
Pipe Tomahawk

Pipe Tomahawk

Date1700-1795
MediumWrought iron, steel, curly maple, engraved silver
DimensionsOverall: 8 x 23 1/2 inches (20.32 x 59.69 cm) Blade: 8 x 4 x 3/4 inches (20.32 x 10.16 x 1.91 cm)
ClassificationsCeremonial Objects
Credit LineFounders Society Purchase with funds from Flint Ink Corporation
Terms
    Object number81.205
    DescriptionPipe tomahawk consists of wrought iron blade and curly maple handle. Blade has steel cutting edge and engraved silver inlays which include serrated border designs, diamonds and hearts. Handle ornamented with engraved silver bands and diamonds. Engraved silver mouthpiece.
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    Collections
    • Bowls Collection
    • Native American Minds of Colonial America Copy
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