Description:

Western Europe, likely Germany, England, or France, ca. 17th to 18th century CE. A pair of iron polearms with lengthy wood shafts. The spear has a lanceolate blade with a tubular socket, and a billhook with maker / armorer marks. The billhook design was both on a battle field and farmer's field as an agricultural tool. The wooden poles on both are probably not original to the heads. Size of spear: 74.5" L x 2.5" W (189.2 cm x 6.4 cm)

Provenance: ex-Estate of Eldert Bontekoe, Pegasi Numismatics, Ann Arbor, Michigan USA acquired before 2000

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#176891

  • Condition: Wood poles are probably not original to the pieces and may be later 20th century additions. Pitting and abrasions to the iron heads, with dark patina and toning.

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