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Large 20th C. European Crossbow Metal Bow w/ Cowhide

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Large 20th C. European Crossbow Metal Bow w/ Cowhide

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Description

**First Time At Auction**

European, ca. mid/late 20th century CE. A large crossbow with a mahogany colored wooden body, metal bow draped in cow hide and bound with animal tendon, a string made of cow tendon, and a brass trigger and aiming mechanisms. May have served as a toy or theatrical prop. Size: 32.75" L x 27.875" W x 4" H (83.2 cm x 70.8 cm x 10.2 cm)

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

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#158641

Condition

Very minor scratches and nicks. Repaired screws on the front. Overall, excellent.

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Large 20th C. European Crossbow Metal Bow w/ Cowhide

Name: Large 20th C. European Crossbow Metal Bow w/ Cowhide
SKU: 121270336
Price: 250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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Starting Price $250

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