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Late 18th Century American Blacksmith-made Hand-Forged Iron Whaling Harpoon

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:300.00 USD Estimated At:350.00 - 550.00 USD
Late 18th Century American Blacksmith-made Hand-Forged Iron Whaling Harpoon
American Revolution
Late 18th Century American Barbed Whaling Harpoon
c. 1780-1800s Late 18th Century, American Hand-Forged Iron Whaling Harpoon Head, with a large 2” Barb, Choice Very Fine.
This is an Original Hand-Forged, Iron, Blacksmith-made Harpoon Head, 12” in length and has a 1.25” diameter socket for placement of a long wooden pole. It has outstanding natural original patina and its pleasing color adds to its nice eye appeal. There is a 2” large barb intended to secure the whale while others harpooned it. This is a scarce piece of Americana which would make a fine period or Whaling related historical display.