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Mid 1900s Polynesian Machete with Hand Carved Grip

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:250.00 - 500.00 USD
Mid 1900s Polynesian Machete with Hand Carved Grip
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Included in this lot we have a Polynesian machete with hand carved handle and wooden sheath originating from the mid 1900's. The piece shows a steel blade with a horn guard and wood carved grip. The blade shows a traditional machete style blade with it widening towards the tip allowing for more cutting power. The guard shows a disk design made of horn. The grip shows a metal front with the back end showing a hand carved image of a polynesian style face. The sheath shows wooden construction with a rawhide wrap across the top and five wraps across the lower section of sheath. The machete shows good condition overall with some light wear across the piece due to age and use. The piece measures 24 1/4" long overall with a 19" long blade.