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Title
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A fine crossbow
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Collection Location
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Private Collection
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Date
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17th Century
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Location
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Germany
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Description
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The thick wooden stock is decorated with a bone plate on top. There are bone inlays of floral motifs on the side of the stock with a medallion of a bird perched on a tree on the cheek rest. The sturdy iron prod passes through the stock and is secured by hemp cord. The bowstring is original and is composed of blackened hemp cord. A rounded suspension ring is riveted to the front of the stock. The lock mechanism is a set trigger with a simple slightly curved trigger guard. There is a metal bolt clip.
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Source
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CZERNY'S INTERNATIONAL AUCTION HOUSE
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Crossbow Top Measurements
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Length 64cm
