A Saxon palace guard halberd, dated 1609, Slender, ridged spike with profuse etchings, the upper part quadrangular. Concave axe blade, etched on both sides a cartouche featuring a coat of arms, surmounted by the motto of the Elector Johann Georg I "." (Scopus Vitae Mihi Christus = Christ, the goal of my life) and below the year 1609. Curved hook with etched letters "." (Hans Georg Duke of Saxony). Round socket with four side straps. Slightly bent original shaft, the upper third with remains of tassels fastened by nails as well a, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available

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Keywords: 17th, century, dated, guard, halberd, palace, ridged, saxon, slender, spike