Ojibwa Region Fur Trade Bone Knife Copper Dag Dagger Sorby Buffalo Lance Influence Folk Art American - Apr 13, 2024 | Hess Fine Auctions In Fl
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Ojibwa Region Fur Trade Bone Knife Copper Dag Dagger Sorby Buffalo Lance Influence Folk Art American
Ojibwa Region Fur Trade Bone Knife Copper Dag Dagger Sorby Buffalo Lance Influence Folk Art American
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  • Described By:Dillon CNX 1588 8068
  • Title:Ojibwa Region Fur Trade Bone Knife Copper Dag Dagger Sorby Buffalo Lance Influence Folk Art Americana
  • Description: These were carried by trappers and fur traders including in the Great Lakes region where they interacted and traded with Native Americans as well as British and Franch trade representatives. Many of these were made of Sheffield steel such as by I&H Sorby. However, this one is a fabulous make-do folk crafted copper example. Though Sheffield was also known for English copper, the metal knife blade source is unidentified. With a deer bone grip handle, this style of knife was a likely predecessor to the bowie knife.
  • Approx. Dimensions or Size:14-1/2 in x 2 in x 1 in
  • Condition:Preowned with wear. Evidence of toning along the copper blade. The deer bone grip shows evidence of a crack down the center of the handle. See photos for details.
  • Hallmarks:None
  • Estimated weight of piece:7.7 oz
  • Estimated size of package:16x16x6; 3 pounds
  • Additional Info: If the winning bidder would like to arrange to pick up their item at our store, please notify us by email and we will make the appropriate shipping adjustments.
  • Other Shipping Info:Zip Code 33701 CALCULATE SHIPPING COSTS HERE
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    Ojibwa Region Fur Trade Bone Knife Copper Dag Dagger Sorby Buffalo Lance Influence Folk Art American

    Estimate $400 - $500
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