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Confederate bridle-cutting pike.

Currency:USD Category:Artifacts / Non-wreck Artifacts Start Price:300.00 USD Estimated At:300.00 - 500.00 USD
Confederate bridle-cutting pike.
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Confederate bridle-cutting pike. 238 grams, 16" long overall, 12" pike length. A mean-looking weapon with a dual purpose: double-edged pike sans 8" shaft for thrusting at enemy and 5" long hooked blade designed to cut the reins and/or bridle of attacking cavalry causing them to lose control of their mounts. Excavated in Louisiana and wax sealed for preservation.