Copper Culture Knife

[RMC]

Found this last summer but didn't know what it was until I did a little research on it. I knew it must be pretty old when it wasn't magnetic but I figured it was bronze not copper.

Its in alot better condition then the ones I have found on the internet, anyone know how much it could go for? (not planning on selling tho)

 

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[RMC]

Forgot to give something to reference for size.. but its 5.5" long, and 1" wide at the widest part.

 

[Slipperyjack47]

well it sure looks like copper culture......what part of the country was it found? As far as value I always figuire it at 100 bucks an inch, but larger pieces demand more money and have seen 6 inch knives go for over a grand on flea bay. Your piece looks more like a spear point or harpoon style and should be very happy with a great artifact find!


Slipperyjack47

 

[RMC]

thanks, and i found it in Wisconsin.

 

[snake35]

Now that's what I call treasure! Good luck in your research. If you do find anything out about your piece, please post it. Thanks!

 

[theviking]

Wow!! Great find.

 

[oilwick1]

It is definitely a tanged knife blade. The condition has to do mostly with the acidity/non-acidity of the soil the artifact was found in. It is a very nice piece.

The statement of copper artifacts selling for $100/inch is silly. It all depends upon the type of artifact, a 3" awl isn't worth anything near what a 3" adze is worth. Just as a 4" point isn't worth what a 4" ulu-style knife is worth.

See my website at www.copperculture.homestead.com

Dave J.

 

[RMC]

Thanks for all the info Dave!
What do you think it could be worth? I cant find any for sale anywhere to compare..

 

[Slipperyjack47]

The statement of 100 bucks an inch was meant as a basic guideline........ and as I stated earlier the blade should bring you somewhere in the 1000 buck range! I guess I should have made myself more clear so I did'nt sound "silly"

 

[watercolor]

That's a wonderful blade!!

A lot of work went into making that VERY nice recovery!