Relics of the American West: 1850-1920
Lot 2232:
Description
A remarkable, diverse assortment of Native American artifacts and lithics spanning multiple prehistoric and historic eras. The collection features approximately 18 worked bone implements, including awls, fleshers, and shaft straighteners showcasing traditional hide-working and utilitarian craftsmanship, with the largest bone piece measuring approximately 8 1/2 inches in length and the smallest at 3 inches. It boasts a strong lithic representation with roughly 25 knapped projectile points—including two chert points from South Dakota meticulously affixed to “Potter Co. 39PO1″ archeological site cards—alongside three historic-era iron trade projectile points. Rounding out the lot are three natural shell fragments, 11 coarse stone tools (such as abraders and celts), and an Antonio y Cleopatra cigar box densely packed with varying game balls, discoidals, and rough stones. The collection presents in authentic, field-found condition with expected age-related wear, mineral deposits, minor edge chipping on lithics, and natural weathering to the organic bone elements. H 4″, W 24″, D 24”. Please see photos for condition.
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