Relics of the American West: 1850-1920
Lot 2087:
Description
This refined five-piece collection features a standout 7.5″ rectangular stone celt carved from a dense, non-porous siltstone. While it does not “ring” like high-silica stone, its smooth, polished surface and squared geometry indicate a high-status woodworking tool. The piece is notably inscribed with a mid-century date (likely “1941” or “1947”), providing a glimpse into its history within an early private collection. The lot is rounded out by two greenstone celts (4.75″ and 4″) with polished bits, a smaller 2.75″ black stone celt, and a 2.5″ 3/4 grooved hammerstone. The hammerstone shows characteristic percussion pitting, while the celts display authentic bit-edge wear and surface patination. The red celt shows light surface abrasions from the historical script but maintains its strong, rectangular form. H 7.5″, W 2.5″, D 2.5″. Please see photos.
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