Maker: Unknown (Uncertain)
Horseman's hammer (czákany),
Given by Francis Henry Cripps-Day
Method of acquisition: Given (1941-06-13) by Cripps-Day, F.H.
17th Century, Early#
Circa
1600
CE
-
1630
CE
German or Polish, early 17th century.
Like the mace, the war hammer was often used by mounted troops and, with its sharp spike, made a very effective weapon for attacking plate armour.
Hammer
composed of
steel
Blade
Accession number: M.15-1941
Primary reference Number: 19297
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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