May 27, 2020 Founders & Patriots
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/27/2020
This halberd is illustrated and discussed on pages 78 & 79 of "For Liberty I Live" by Al Benting. This is an infantry type halberd. For a similar example see plate 31 on page 35 of "American Polearms" by Rodney Hilton Brown. The head measures 20" overall in height including the double edged threaded and removable spontoon-like blade at the top. It is pierced with eight round holes. The head measures about 12" across with a crescent edge and a spike at the rear, showing seven shaped piercings overall. It is complete with its original ash haft with an iron 4 - 1/2" conacle point on the opposite end. CONDITION: All iron components have scattered pitting overall and a dark brown patina. Haft is excellent, showing some scattered marks from use. Measures 91" overall. A very scarce and early American halberd.