RARE - Revolutionary War Iron Spike Tomahawk, recovered at Fort Ticonderoga, NY

This is another rare piece coming out of a 60-year collection of French & Indian War/Revolutionary War artifacts. Being offered is a Revolution War hand forged iron spike tomahawk. It measures 7 ¼ inches and has a 3 ½” spike that is driven into the handle with barbs. This unique relic was found many years ago near Ft Ticonderoga in NY.

During the Revolutionary War, the Continental Congress required all military men to carry either a tomahawk or a cutting sword. Used throughout the French and Indian Wars and American Revolution, known as a “narrow waisted” axe, these were used by British and Colonial soldiers, as well as Indians. A weapon of choice among the Iroquois tribes.

This is an extremely rare early authentic spike tomahawk from the Revolutionary War. The blade appears more curved than the standard British tomahawk. This form, shape, and untouched ground surface is a rare hard-to-find item. There is a marking on the blade with a star over it, but cannot make out what it reads.

The tomahawk remains in very nice condition, having some overall surface rust, but no chipping or flaking. This collection began in the late 1950s and was created by private acquisitions, closed museums, and from lake divers. The collector meticulously displayed and cataloged every piece along with its provenance. His markings were crude at the time, but now they have proved to be very important. Many of the pieces went through electrolysis to remove crusted rust.

This is the first time this piece has been on the open market, and it is truly a great piece of early American History. It definitely merits a place in an advanced collection or museum. As with all the pieces in this esteemed collection, a Certificate of Authenticity will be included. As with all items on the website, a very friendly layaway is available.