Listing Parameters & Value Guide
• Suggested Start Price (sale): $49.99 (To spark offerding wars among folk art collectors)
• Suggested Buy It Now Price: $125.00 – $145.00 (Fair market value for custom marble-embedded burl work)
• Accept Offers: Yes (Highly recommended to capture motivated buyers)
• Category: Collectibles > Cultures & Ethnicities > Celtic > Other Celtic Collectibles OR Collectibles > Decorative Collectibles > Other Decorative Collectibles
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# Vintage Hand-Carved Burl Wood Shillelagh / Irish Cudgel Style Fighting Club
## Unique American Folk Art Piece with Embedded Glass Marble InlaysUp for sale is a beautifully unique, hand-crafted wooden shillelagh / cudgel walking cane handle. This striking piece is a fantastic example of authentic American or Appalachian folk art, pulling heavy inspiration from traditional Irish defense clubs.Crafted from a highly figured piece of gnarled burl wood, the carver expertly utilized the wood's natural shape, grain variations, and knots to form a heavy, bulbous striking head.### Key Features & Details:
* **Unique Artisanal Detail:** Features genuine vintage glass marbles carefully embedded directly into the natural knots of the burl wood—a highly specialized folk technique where the wood shrinks tightly around the stones as it cures.
* **Ergonomic Design:** Features a heavy, substantial knob grip handle that tapers down, maintaining a rugged, bark-accented primitive aesthetic.
* **Integrated Wrist Lanyard:** Includes a pre-drilled hole near the base with a functional leather/cord lanyard.
* **Beautiful Patina:** High-gloss protective finish highlights the rich gold, amber, and deep brown wood grain patterns.### Condition:
Excellent vintage condition with no structurally compromising cracks or breaks. The wood is exceptionally solid and heavy for its size. The embedded marbles are completely locked in and secure. Please review the high-resolution photos for a closer look at the natural wood knots, character marks, and overall craftsmanship.### Approximate Dimensions:
* Length: [Please insert length here, e.g., 18-20 inches]
* Weight: [Please insert weight here, e.g., 1 lb 4 oz]This is a phenomenal addition to any military, ethnic weapon, walking stick, or native folk art collection. It makes for an incredible conversational display piece or a sturdy functional personal defense club.---
**Shipping & Handling:** Packed with extreme care and shipped securely with tracking. Feel free to reach out with any questions or request additional photos before buying. Thank you for looking !
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