Vintage Native American Pipestone Pipe

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This Native American peace pipe features a hand-carved wooden stem with a twisted spiral motif paired with a T-shaped black pipestone bowl, likely crafted from steatite or darkened catlinite. Dating to the late 19th or early 20th century, this ceremonial-style calumet showcases a tapered tenon on the stem for secure assembly. The piece displays historic age and wear, including surface scuffs and wood grain weathering, and features a complete, stabilized repaired break across the frontal extension of the pipe bowl. H 18", W 6.75", D 1.25". Please see photos for condition.

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Vintage Native American Pipestone Pipe

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Estimate $200-$10,000Jun 19, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

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