An etched halberd,South German,circa 1570. With slender spike of diamond section . The blade with concave edges and pierced in sveral places. Downcurved fluke on the back. The angled socket with four long side straps. Covered completely in black fire etching ornate with tendrils. Both sides incorporating an ensign figure. Original ashwood staff(shortened). Length cm,historic,historical,16th century,pole weapon,weapons,arms,weapon,arm,fighting device,military,militaria,object,objects,stills,clipping,clippings,cut out,cut-out,cut-outs,,Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

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