Native American copper weapons

Tim Simmons · 16th April 2006, 10:48 AM

I have started on the chapter, Copper; Its Ceremonial Role. I will go back to the chapter on smelting. Interesting hypothesis on the spread of use and therefore technical knowledge of copper by prophets and disciples of new rituals.

Jim McDougall · 16th April 2006, 04:13 PM

Sounds really fascinating Tim! I think the spiritual/ magical properties assigned to copper by tribal peoples is most interesting and it is intriguing to consider that while it developed practically in crafting tools and weapons, in some cases it remained sacred unworked. I know that the Northwest tribes had distinct beliefs concerning copper, and were known for its use ceremonially in material art and weapons.
Cant wait for my copy to get here!!

All the best,
Jim

16th April 2006, 10:48 AM	#1
Tim Simmons Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: What is still UK Posts: 5,872	I have started on the chapter, Copper; Its Ceremonial Role. I will go back to the chapter on smelting. Interesting hypothesis on the spread of use and therefore technical knowledge of copper by prophets and disciples of new rituals.

16th April 2006, 04:13 PM	#2
Jim McDougall Arms Historian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Route 66 Posts: 10,436	Sounds really fascinating Tim! I think the spiritual/ magical properties assigned to copper by tribal peoples is most interesting and it is intriguing to consider that while it developed practically in crafting tools and weapons, in some cases it remained sacred unworked. I know that the Northwest tribes had distinct beliefs concerning copper, and were known for its use ceremonially in material art and weapons. Cant wait for my copy to get here!! All the best, Jim