Lot 257, Auction 3/19/2026: Native American Hafted Stone Knife with Bison Bone Grip

$2,925.00

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Native American, Western to Southwestern United States, ca. 15th to 18th century CE. A finely knapped chert blade inset into a bison or other large ungulate rib bone handle and secured with a dark natural pine resin adhesive, forming a complete composite cutting tool. The survival of both stone and organic components together is uncommon, making this a rare example. Size: 5.25″ L x 1″ W (13.3 cm x 2.5 cm)

Condition: The stone has been reinserted and secured with glue adhesive, but is original to the bone grip. Bone has nice patina and natural pitting.

Provenance: private Denver, Colorado, USA collection

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