Fiji battle hammer
I have gambled a not inconsiderable amount of hongo on these pictures. If it turns out right then I have a bargain. In the current market a gamble is the only way I can get a club like this. However common they are the prices remain stubbornly high. It is not that big being 73 cm long but short forms are not unusual. In " Fijian weapons and warfare, Furgus Clunie, Fiji Musem" there are examples of around 80cm , that cannot be the end of the story or the absolute law. You can see some damage which would be expected.. The form does not appear to resemble modern types. The question is patina? Does it have the age we collectors desire? I could see it match clubs I have. I will try to add a few pictures tomorrow. In the end it is a matter of waiting with fingers crossed.
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