WONDERFUL BALL-HEADED WARCLUB, EASTERN GREAT LAKES, 19TH CENTURY.

WONDERFUL BALL-HEADED WARCLUB, EASTERN GREAT LAKES, 19TH CENTURY. Northeastern and Great Lakes Indians favored ball-headed warclubs carved of one piece of wood. They were formidable weapons in hand-to-hand combat. In public situations, men frequently carried clubs that were not actual weapons, such as this example. Such clubs served as a warriors “badge” – denoting “men’s business.” This club is carved of hardwood, the ball slightly burled. Size: 20” long. CONDITION: Minor scratches from use wear; old, patinated chip at end of handle. 4-55165 BL73 (2,500-4,500)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2005

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3611	$1,725.00	WONDERFUL BALL-HEADED WARCLUB, EASTERN GREAT LAKES, 19TH CENTURY. Northeastern and Great Lakes Indians favored ball-headed warclubs carved of one piece of wood. They were formidable weapons in hand-to-hand combat. In public situations, men frequently carried clubs that were not actual weapons, such as this example. Such clubs served as a warriors “badge” – denoting “men’s business.” This club is carved of hardwood, the ball slightly burled. Size: 20” long. CONDITION: Minor scratches from use wear; old, patinated chip at end of handle. 4-55165 BL73 (2,500-4,500) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2005 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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