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2526 - A Nuremberg black-and-white half-armor, circa 1560–80
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A Nuremberg black-and-white half-armor, circa 1560–80 Helm, featuring a two-piece skullcap with a high crest. Riveted, tapered visor with a beaded edge; a feather tuft holder riveted to the left side of the nape. Hinge-mounted cheek guards (original, but not originally part of the set), each with five ear holes. Riveted neck guard with two hanging holes. Shoulder guard with a collar that opens via a hinge. The two neck rings are not original; the upper one has a sturdy laced flange. Attached are six-fold pleated shoulders with fine lining perforations all around. Chest plate with a sturdy tapul; the tip is slightly damaged. Neckline and movable pleated arm inserts with sturdy, inward-folded pleated edges. Nuremberg acceptance mark stamped on the upper side. Two belly bands with attached, matching six-fold-slotted tassets. Back plate with attached side plates and finely beaded and laced edges; Nuremberg inspection mark on the upper side. Armor assembled from old parts; leather covering (partially damaged) and blackening renewed. Height approx. 110 cm. Condition: II -
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Armor, Edged Weapons, and Antique Firearms - IIAuction house
Hermann Historica +49 8 95 47 26 490 contact@hermann-historica.comDelivery is optional. You can use the carrier of your choice. The stated price does not include the lot price or the auction house fees.