THULE HARPOON HEAD
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Thule Harpoon Head Found in 1981 in what is now Nunavut, this rare artifact is part of a collection accumulated over many years while flying land-use surveys throughout the Arctic for the federal government. Cultural data for the archaeological field survey portion was coordinated through the Museum of Civilization and this item was confirmed as Thule in origin along with its purpose. The history of in the Arctic goes back roughly 1,500 years and is intimately tied to the Thule peoples, the ancestors of Inuit. The Thule people’s vast majority of early carvings were mainly utilitarian objects made from bone, antler, ivory and wood, such as hunting implements, dog harnesses, and toys. According to the Canadian Museum, the harpoon head is carved from ancient whale bone 5” long by 1” wide. Approximate age is 1000 to 1700 AD. The implement is carved from ancient walrus ivory. The total weight is 2 oz. All Thule artifacts bear wear and may have slight breakage born in antiquity. Note: Buyer Premium of 15% will be added to the winning bid, accepted offer or buy now purchase, plus any costs for packaging, shipping, handling, insuring or any and all unforseen costs including additional payment costs of credit cards or any other payment instruments. Descriptions are taken from sources that may have occasional inaccuracy. It is important all bidders confirm all specifications and descriptions to their satisfaction prior to place a bid or offer. Thank You for visiting us at SoldOutright.com