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Lot 3010
A composed suit of pikeman's armor -Select US Arms Type-
10 June 2013, 10:00 PDT
San FranciscoUS$5,000 - US$7,000
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A composed suit of pikeman's armor
Comprising: 1) Cabasset, of two pieces braised and riveted, apex of skull with slight stalk, decorated with later panels of etched strapwork; lower edge of skull pierced with twelve circular holes for lining rivets; slightly downturned brim pointed fore and aft, the rim turned over. 2) Gorget of two plates with turned rims, the front slightly flanged at the neck. 3) Breastplate with guttered neck and arm gussets, central rib flanked by two diagonal ribs, lower edge flanged and fitted with two pierced studs on either side retaining rectangular plates hinged to the five lame tassets. 4) Backplate with turned rims and ribbed en suite to the breast. 5) Spaulders composed of six lames formed with a central ridge, the upper and lower lames with turned rims, the latter with buckle and leather belt for attachment.
Condition: Showing wear and areas of pitting. Breastplate holed and with some loss above the right arm gusset.
See Illustration
Condition: Showing wear and areas of pitting. Breastplate holed and with some loss above the right arm gusset.
See Illustration