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Early 19th century, carved from bone, the spade-shaped blade flat on one side with handle and flared pommel. Lg. 10 1/2, wd. 3 1/2 in. Provenance: Private collection, Los Angeles, CA; Tad Dale, Santa Fe, NM.

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A Hawaiian breadfruit splitter

Name: A Hawaiian breadfruit splitter
SKU: 227513954
Price: 600 USD
Availability: InStock

Lot 0049

Estimate $1,200-$1,800Apr 2, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT

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Native American PreColumbian Tribal, Fine Art

Apr 02, 2026 12:00 PM EDT

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