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An old Māori probably pre-European pounamu toki,

Estimate $500 - $850

Realised: $500 plus premium

Lot Details

of flat wide form, the reduced tapered pole/ handle with evidence of flake chipping. Good dark green tone with pale inclusions. The mildly curved bevel with minor chipping. L.117mm. Provenance: From a private Nelson estate. Registered Y21217.

An old Māori probably pre-European pounamu toki, Image 1++
An old Māori probably pre-European pounamu toki, Image 1++