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PLAINS INDIAN WAR CLUB – EXCELLENT STONE HEAD,
SINEW SEWN HAFT – CLASSIC FORM: This is a
classic example of the war clubs carried by the Native
American Warriors on the Northern Plains. At once a
lethal instrument in the hands of mounted warrior and
yet a graceful piece of art, it is little wonder that
these clubs remain one of the most sought after Indian
Wars collectables.
The polished stone head, measuring just over 5” long and
over 3” in diameter at the center, is full form, has a
very pleasant patina, and only very minor chipping on
the two points – evidence of its age and use. The
shaft, measuring 18” long and approximately ˝” in
diameter, is covered with native rawhide stitched with
sinew. The rawhide surface shows some desirable wear,
but is solid, unbroken, and still holds the head
securely to the shaft. The sinew stitching is intact
with no separation and has a smooth, well handled
texture, again evidence of the age and wear of this
piece. Attached to the bottom of the shaft is the
remnant of a piece of decorative horse tail evidenced by
the long white hair that is still present. The hide
portion of the decoration was colored blue or green with
powdered pigment which is still present in the protected
areas.
As seen in period photographs displayed on the walls of
period officers’ quarters and enlisted men’s barracks as
part of their trophy collections, this particularly nice
specimen of a Northern Plains War Club will fit well
with your display of Indian Wars era weapons and
equipment. $1450
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