A Hawaiian wood dagger, pahoa
Updated August 17, 2026
This auction ended on August 25, 2026.
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| Lot number | 0125 |
| Estimate | $8,000 - $12,000 |
| Opening bid | $4,000 |
| Auction | Native American Pre-Columbian Tribal Fine Art |
| Date | August 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM EDT |
| Auction house | TAOS Auction Co |
| Location | Santa Fe, New Mexico |
Late 18th, early 19th century, originally cut from a lance, then formed into a dagger, probably carved from the dense Kauila wood, rich smooth dark brown patina, the long-rounded dagger with sharp
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