AUCTIONS IMPERIAL ARMS & ARMOR NOVEMBER 2023

A GERMAN HALBERD HEAD

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Start price: $100

Estimated price: $200 - $400

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Description

An elaborate example in 16th century style, of steel with elaborately scrolled profile and long top spike, finely etched in intricate vinework throughout. Purchased from the workshops of Ernst Schmidt, Munich by John Woodman Higgins on November 9, 1929.Deaccessioned from the John Woodman Higgins Armory Museum, Worcester, MA. Early 20th century. Overall length 77.8cm/ 30.6”. Minor wear. Condition II