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Matchlock · 19th May 2011, 06:24 PM

I fully agree with Jim.

The shape of the shell first arose in the 16th c. but was traditionally and regionally kept well up to the 19th c., so '2nd half18th c.' would seem very consistent with form as well as wear of this interesting stirrup.

Best,
Michael

19th May 2011, 06:24 PM	#4
Matchlock (deceased) Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bavaria, Germany - the center of 15th and 16th century gunmaking Posts: 4,310	I fully agree with Jim. The shape of the shell first arose in the 16th c. but was traditionally and regionally kept well up to the 19th c., so '2nd half18th c.' would seem very consistent with form as well as wear of this interesting stirrup. Best, Michael