A South German halberd, circa 1520
Single-edged thrusting blade with light fullers on both sides and a strong back. Small, slightly downturned axe blade with a straight edge. Ripping hook struck on one side with a smith mark. Angular socket with four long langets and a mounted reinforcing ring. Original octagonal ash shaft. Length 190 cm. A rare early form of halberd.
Provenance: From a Vienna private collection.
355411
Condition: II
Single-edged thrusting blade with light fullers on both sides and a strong back. Small, slightly downturned axe blade with a straight edge. Ripping hook struck on one side with a smith mark. Angular socket with four long langets and a mounted reinforcing ring. Original octagonal ash shaft. Length 190 cm. A rare early form of halberd.
Provenance: From a Vienna private collection.
355411
Condition: II
