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Title
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A South German crossbow winch (cranquin), possibly Nuremberg, circa 1570
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HCA Identifier
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HHA891319
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Collection Location
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Private collection
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Date
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1570
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Location
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South Germany
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Description
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This is an iron cranequin with an open angular casing on the front. It has a three-spoked wheel with a star-shaped opening on it. The crank arm has a bone handle, belonging to the time period. There is a retaining braided loop made of hemp attached to its back and a heart-shaped hook at the edge. The rack is stamped with a mark of crescent moon with two stars. The belt hook appears to be missing.
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Crossbow Top Measurements
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Length: 34 cm
