Prehistoric - North America - Stone Double-Bitted Axe and Axe Hammer > Lot No. 917

Description:
Two dark stone axes. The larger being geometric double-bitted type, with three quarter groove. The smaller an axe-hammer type with full circumference groove (2).

Measurements:
665 grams, 165 mm; 380 grams, 110 mm.

Condition:
Very fine. Rare.

References:
Miles, C. Indian and Eskimo Artefacts of North America, p.84, etc.

Provenance:
Ex Dr Alston Weaver collection; acquired 1930s; found St Louis mound complex before 1930.

Estimate: £150 - 250 (EUR 180 - 300; USD 240 - 400)

Auction date: Thursday 9th September 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £220