Description

Native American skull cracker. Stone head with wrapped rawhide over wood handle. Plains Region, 19th century.

Overall: L 32-3/4 in.
Head: L 5-1/8 in.

Condition

Minor surface imperfections. https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/kkd14a90b0wb8wr17i34w/APtVRPUcWQVDi2damCLZQ0s?rlkey=qqg71hat9hp65ic6a5xiwbirs&st=b4dkhpib&dl=0

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Native American Skull Cracker

Name: Native American Skull Cracker
SKU: 233225216
Price: 50 USD
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Estimate $200-$400Jun 17, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

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Jun 17, 2026 10:00 AM EDT

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