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Title
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Early 20th century Southern German Crossbow
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Collection Location
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Germany
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Date
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1900
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Location
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South Germany
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Description
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This crossbow has a steel prod bolted with a circular suspension ring and a braided string made of hemp. The top of the wooden stock has steel plating and inlaid with bone. The nut is also made of bone and two-stringed bolt clip appears to be composed of steel. The rear sight is shaped like a telescope and the top of the butt stock is also inlaid with bone, showcasing a rectangular decorative pattern and the side of it is engraved with circular patterns with the biggest circle displaying most likely a humanoid face, although, it is unclear. The date '1691' is stamped on the butt stock, although the weapon is of a later date. There is a long trigger guard and trigger is attached to the bottom of the stock which also appears to be made of steel.
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Source
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Hermann Historica
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Crossbow Top Measurements
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Length: 70 cm
