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Burgonet for the Guard of Christian I of Saxony

c. 1586-1591
Armor made by Anton Peffenhauser (German (active Augsburg), master 1545, 1525–1603) Made for the guard of Prince Elector Christian I of Saxony (1560–1591 (ruled 1586 - 1591))
This burgonet was made for the guard of Duke Christian I, prince elector of Saxony (ruled 1586 to 1591).

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