c. 1600–1650
Wood, bone inlay, steel
Overall: 44.3 cm (17 7/16 in.); Bow: 29.2 cm (11 1/2 in.); Butt: 5.2 cm (2 1/16 in.)
Weight: 1.42 kg (3.13 lbs.)
Gift of John L. Severance 1928.671
This crossbow, made for the use of a small child, was designed to throw small stones or pellets. The bow string is an accurate replacement.
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