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3095 - A heavy German iron arquebus (handgun), second half of the 15th century
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A heavy German iron arquebus (handgun), second half of the 15th century Wrought iron. Stepped octagonal barrel with a recessed chamber and a slightly oval muzzle measuring 6.7 x 8.4 cm. On the underside, a fire-welded angular hook; at the base, a round firing hole recessed into a square recess, with two small marks next to it. Long iron sighting rod with a large ring-shaped handle. An old inventory number is inscribed on the hook; the underside is marked in white paint with “On loan from Krt.” Length 130 cm, weight 16.5 kg. Provenance: From a private collection in Vienna. Formerly part of a museum’s collection, acquired privately in the 1970s/1980s, most recently on loan to the permanent exhibition of a museum in Hesse. 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.