Initialed & Dated Pennsylvania Post Hole Axe

Description

Initialed "H.S." on one side and dated "1856" on the other side. Rare to find dated axes. Central Pennsylvania origin, possibly Lancaster County. 25"L

Condition

Good condition with surface rust and wear.

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Initialed & Dated Pennsylvania Post Hole Axe

Lot 0188

Estimate $200-$300Sep 9, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

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3-Day Antiques, Americana, & Advert.-Day 1

Sep 9, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Manheim, PA, United States

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Signed Berks County J.D. Seidel Felling Axe: John D. Seidel (1828-1914) was a blacksmith working in the Reading area of Berks County, Pa. His son (see next lot) was also a blacksmith and carried on the family tradition. Axe head is stamped once

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Pair of Early Pennsylvania Goosewing Axes: Both very nice examples of mid-19th century goosewing axes found in central Pennsylvania. 26"L

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Signed J.B. Stohler Lebanon County, PA Felling Axe: John Beamsderfer Stohler (1841-1920) was a blacksmith who worked outside of Schaefferstown, Pa in the late 19th century. Axe head is stamped once along with an "X". 30"L

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Signed W. Beatty & Sons Chester, PA Adze: 19th century stamped on the head. 28 1/2"L

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Stamped L. Stoudt Berks County Hatchet: Nice hatchet with difficult to find Stoudt mark from Berks County, Pa. 14 3/4"L

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$50

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$25

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