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LOT 2432
North American Stone and Wood War Hammer
20TH CENTURY A.D.
13 1/2 in. (86 grams, 34.2 cm).
Comprising a short wooden shank and polished stone head attached with a sewn hide sleeve; painted detailing to the shank and small bird's feather at the upper end. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the family collection of a Maida Vale lady, UK.
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