Halberd of Johann Georg, Prince-Elector of Brandenburg (reigned 1571–98)

Datedated 1570

MediumSteel, wood, textile

DimensionsL. 8 ft. 7 1/2 in. (262.9 cm); L. of head 21 1/4 in. (54 cm); W. 10 1/4 in. (26 cm); Wt. 6 lbs. 1.5 oz. (2764.1 g)

CultureGerman

DepartmentArms and Armor

ClassificationShafted Weapons

Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913

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