An etched German hunting spear, 2nd half of the 16th century Cut blade with a central ridge on both sides (one edge is somewhat notched). Octagonal tapered socket and base of the blade retain most of their gilt decorative etching. Staghorn toggle fastened with lashing. Wooden pole encased with braided leather for almost its entire length. Length 185 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, metal,

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Photo credit: © INTERFOTO / History / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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