A German war hammer,circa 1500. Sturdy head with finely cut fluke. Circular hammer head with short central spike at rear. The socket with a stout spike of diamond section and a pair of transverse spikes. Two short side straps(probably shortened),a pierced decorative strap on the right side incomplete. Supplemented hardwood haft of circular cross-section. Length cm,historic,historical,16th century,Japanese,Asian,Asia,Far East,object,objects,stills,clipping,clippings,cut out,cut-out,cut-outs,thrusting,thrustings,handheld,melee weapon,,Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

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