Militaria, Clocks, & Science
Description:
Military Scythe, Europe, 16th century, long concave blade with rigid back mounted to an ash pole, overall lg. 95 in.
Provenance: Collection of George Snook, M.D.
Estimate $800-1,000
Minor pitting on blade, wear and abrasions to pole.
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Keywords
George SnookChristopher D. Fox
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Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
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