AUCTIONS IMPERIAL ARMS & ARMOR NOV 2024
By Auctions Imperial
Nov 23, 2024
1910 Thomes Ave, Cheyenne WY 82001, United States
KNIVES SWORDS ARMOR MATCHLOCK FLINTLOCK DAGGER PISTOL SWORD CANNON

LOT 277:

A FINE EUROPEAN HUNTING CROSSBOW

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Start price:
$ 750
Estimated price :
$1,500 - $1,700
Buyer's Premium: 24.9%
sales tax: 6% On the full lot's price and commission
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A FINE EUROPEAN HUNTING CROSSBOW
Likely French, designed to fire stones and pellets for bird-stalking, the figured hardwood stock of characteristic bellied form with spherical butt, profusely carved, with steel mounts. With finely-wrought, removable bow. Retains its double sights and complex triggering system. Late 16th century-early 17th century. Overall length 83.2cm. Condition II

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