Just the item for under the Christmas tree!
In excellent overall condition, this very rare and original 'malleable iron' siege mortar, a.k.a. 'coehorn' was produced by the Cyrus Alger Company heavy armament firm of South Boston, Massachusetts (1810-1860).
Cyrus Alger, born in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts in 1781, became an early iron-founder and started his first foundry in 1809 in South Boston. During the War of 1812, Alger, an inventor and metallurgist, furnished the U.S. government with shot and shell from his iron foundry. His firm became widely known for its high-quality and excellent ammunitions. One, if not the best metallurgists of his time, Cyrus Alger continued the advance of iron and bronze armament with numerous patents. The first gun ever rifled was produced at his foundry in Boston in 1834, and the first bronze cannon was made at his facility for the US Ordnance Department. By 1850, the Cyrus Alger Iron Company was the largest foundry in the United States. During the Civil War, his Model 1835 mortar was America's version of the European mounted howitzer. One year later in 1836, he invented the 'malleable iron' cannon. This C. Alger artillery specimen we have is defined as an 8-Inch Siege Mortar, Pattern 1840. A total of forty-one such Model 1840, eight inch, 925-pound 'iron mortars' were cast by three foundries, C. Alger, Fort Pitt and West Point. These pieces imitated British manufacture with the trunnions at the rear of the coehorn with elevation set by means of a 'quoin' under the chase. Quoin refers to a metal wedge used to support the breech of the cannon.
This mortar piece, one of only five specimens known to exist, is a smoothbore, muzzleloading, iron coehorn that fires a 46 pound shell from its 8" bore. This coehorn is identified by a two-line, maker's stamping on the left trunnion that reads "C. A. & Co. / BOSTON" in ¾" high letters. Right trunnion exhibits the date "1842" in ¾" high numerals. Other visible markings appear on the upper muzzle face with a numeral "19" while the lower muzzle face exhibits "J.W.R." for government inspector James W. Reilly. Top breech area has a vent hole and top of the tube exhibits markings, possibly "U.S.", but they are difficult to discern exactly. Weighing some 925 pounds, the mortar is 22½" long with a 16" diameter cylindrical body. Muzzle ring / band diameter is 16½". Trunnion measures 24½" end to end with 6" diameter trunnions. Entire surface of this artillery mortar exhibits a dark brown, pocked and rust colored patina. Surface is strong and hard and shows no flaking.
Special shipping is required on this siege mortar and arrangements can made to have the piece picked up at one of the Civil War shows we attend. This remarkable C. Alger-made siege mortar / coehorn demands more extensive investigation. If the collecting community seeks an extremely rare artillery specimen with historic military significance, this 'Alger' cast-iron mortar is definitely the item to consider.
(159-49) $24,500.00
Presented here is a remarkable and very rare pocket kit of solid-silver, English-made artillery instruments circa 1750. This extraordinary grouping of eleven, high-quality 'gunner's mathematical instruments' are in very excellent condition and come housed in their original wooden and leather-wrapped hinged case. Still in 100% complete original condition, this stunningly attractive gunner's set of instruments was the product of Benjamin Scott, one of England's premier instrument makers of the 1740s and 1750s. Cursory records reveal that Scott was the scientific instrument maker for the St. Petersburg Academy of Sciences, as well as the official compass maker for the Russian Navy Ministry from 1733 to 1747.
This set of gunner's tools consist of eleven, extremely well-made, solid silver calculating (drafting) instruments that appear to have been little used and are in excellent plus condition. The instruments, all executed in solid silver with ornate engraved numerics and decorations include a large folding 'gunner's caliper' with a integral protractor and two silver extenders; a military folding 'proportional compass' or sector; a folding 5" long 'parallel rule'; one 5" long 'calibrated measuring scale'; a thin, hollow, 'tubular shaft' with slide-in cap; one 'drawing pen' with an ink point; one set of 'dividers' or compass with two attachable brass bows and attachable steel point. Most of the individual instruments are engraved with the maker "B:Scott fecit" along with numerals and notations. One such notation is found on the gunner's caliper and reads "The Weight in the / Decimal parts of / a Pound Aueroupa (?) / of a Globe whose / Diameter is one / Inch English & / of a Cube / whose side / is one Inch." Other inscriptions on the caliper read "Names of Guns" / "Weight of Shot" / Powder of Service".
Instruments all fit into their original, black leather, veneer covered, single-hinged, tapered wooden carrying case which measures 2¾" wide at the top, 2¼" wide at the base and stands 5½" tall. The two-section case opens via a spring-loaded push button opener that releases the hinged upper portion of the case. The case top has a silver hinge with a tooled silver border edge. Bottom of the case interior holds a wooden block that has been drilled and hollowed out to conform to and receive lengthwise the various shapes of the silver instruments. When closed, deep narrow slits, holes and indentations safely and snuggly accommodate the multitude of measuring instruments within the case. One hole remains empty, most likely for a missing brass divider bow. The instrument case body is strong and tight with a fine leather exterior wrap. Lid portion of the case exhibits a faded piece of red velvet glued to the top interior.
This spectacular French and Indian War-era English-made gunner's instrument set is in original condition and would make a truly impressive focus to any early heavy artillery display theme or military collection.
(30-1447) $18,000.00
(M20897) $3,500.00
The rarest of artillery artifacts of the American Civil War. From the estate of William Foskit of Monson, MA, Company G, 46th Massachusetts Infantry. Foskit's estate contained three examples of this rare artillery artifact. Only three Whitworth cartridge cases wre know to exist before these were purchased - one in a museum in Georgia, one in a museum in Virginia, and an excavated example in private hands, found many years ago by Stanley Phillips.
The Whitworth cannon cartridges were loaded with rifle powder and sealed with beeswax lubricating wads. The cartridge case was inserted into the breech behind the hexagonal projectile and provided an effective gas seal. Made of sheet iron, the catridge was shaped to fit the hexagonal bore. After firing it was extricated with a special tool. If used as a muzzle-loader, the case was enclosed in a cloth bag.
The cartridge was handmade on an anvil with the hammer marks visible. Measures 9 1/4" tall, and 2 7/8" in diameter at the base. Excellent condition. Comes with a small container of the original rifle powder.
(M18439) $5,500.00
Offered is a scarce (rarity 10 in the book Field Artillery Projectiles of the American Civil War by Thomas Dickey and Peter George) cannister round. This same book has a similar example that they think is probably confederate due to its scarcity. The round is 9 inches in height and 4 ¼ inches in diameter. The tin section is 5 inches in height and the sides are crimped over on the top. The seam on the side is soldered. The over 4 inch long wooden sabot is sharply tapered and appears to have a ring turned into it near the bottom. It is attached to the can by four tacks evenly spaced around it. The round weights approximately 10.5 pounds.
(R15741) $4,500.00
Here is a fine pair of Civil War artillery implements as used to work a 24 lb field cannon. The first tool is an extra-long, wooden rammer in very good condition for a 24 pounder field or siege gun and measures approximately 128" in overall length. Shaft length is 10' 2" long and has a 2 1/2" diameter. Rammer head, 6 1/4" long, is held in place by a wooden dowel and metal band around base of rammer. Flat surface of rammer head is 5 3/8" diameter with a 2" beveled edge circular depression in the middle. Rammer retains approximately half of its original olive green-color paint.
The enormous sponge tool measures an overall length of 10', 8.75" with a shaft length of 10'. Shaft diameter is 1 5/8", sponge head 8.75". Head is covered with an original tan-colored cover of course burlap material which retains 60% original wool knap. Cover is secured to head by nails at base and around middle of sponge head. Sponge shaft retains approximately 40% original green paint. A super matched set of Civil War artillery implement tools.
It would be preferable if the purchaser could pick up these items here at our shop, or we can deliver them to any of the shows we attend here on the east coast. Shipping would need to be determined by location and method of shipment.
(M18092) $1,295.00
This item is a very nice, original U.S. Heavy Artillery scraper possibly for a 24-pounder. This is the first scraper we have seen for a heavy artillery piece. A scraper is used to remove powder residue from the bore of an artillery piece. This scraper measures 149 inches long, 142 inches of pole and 7 inches of the scraper head. The pole is 1-¾ inches in diameter, is undamaged, and still has almost all of the original dark green paint with original wood showing through the unpainted areas. The pole length has not been shortened; it is the original length but it does have a very slight barely noticeable bend. The scraper head is made of a 5-3/8 inch diameter tapered wooden head with a four pronged metal fin (each fin measures ½ inch high) head attachment (all dimensions approximate). This metal fin attachment is firmly emplaced with four large single slotted screws and is moderately pitted. The tapered wooden head is attached to the pole with 3/8-inch metal dowels. Other a few small dings that do not detract from its appearance, this item has not been cleaned or otherwise fussed with. This attractive piece would make an interesting conversation piece for a Civil War or Artillery collection or display.
This item cannot be shipped via UPS. We prefer it to be picked-up but we can find an alternative shipper at extra cost, to be determined at the time of the sale.
(M19503) ORIGINALLY $895.00 REDUCED TO $550.00
This item is a very nice, original U.S. Heavy Artillery sponge pole and head possibly for a siege or garrison gun. This single-headed 152-inch long tool (length including the sponge head, 144 inches without) with sponge head was used to extinguish smoldering debris in the bore of a gun between firings. On this particular tool, the pole is made or elm or poplar, is 1-¾ inches in diameter, and still has original green paint with original wood showing through the unpainted areas. The pole length has not been shortened; it is the original length. The sponge head is a large tapered wooden piece firmly attached to the pole; the head is 8 inches long and 6-¾ inches in diameter. There is a 1-¼ inch diameter double corkscrew-headed metal attachment on the head's tip. The underside of the head has sixteen shallow nail holes from a previously attached cloth sponge. It is attached to the pole with large wooden dowels. There is no cloth sponge with this pole. Other than a few nicks and scratches and a shallow (3 inch long by 7/8 inch wide) chip out of the head, this item has not been cleaned or otherwise fussed with. This attractive piece would make an interesting conversation piece for a Civil War or Artillery collection or display.
(M19506) ORIGINALLY $895.00 REDUCED TO $550.00
Ca. 1860s. Made of multi colored wool, measuring 8 x 3 3/4". Overall it is in excellent condition.
(M18905) ORIGINALLY $275.00 REDUCED TO $215.00
This item is an original, near mint condition U.S Artillery Sponge Cover. Made for a 6 Pounder Gun, this sponge cover vaguely resembles a thumbless mitt. Made of a woolen material, it was designed to be slipped over the sponge rammer, a wooden pole about 65 inches long with an elm or poplar head roughly 2 ¾ inches in diameter. To swab out a gun tube, an artillery gunner drove the sponge to the bottom of the gun's bore, rotated it three times counterclockwise, and then withdrew it. This sponge cover measures 9 ½ inches long by a flat 4 ¾ inches wide and is made of a heavy wool with alternating rows of salmon, yellow, and green colors. The edge is tattered as made. This sponge cover is problem free; no holes, no tears, no loose material, nor dirty areas. It is unmarked and is essentially as made. This sponge cover would make an outstanding addition and excellent display item for an artillery or Civil War collection.
(258-69) $225.00
Made of colored [red, blue, green, gold] rug-like cloth, stitched w/inner pole liner. Measures 8" in length, 2" in diameter. Fine condition. Magnificent artillery display piece.
(558-708) ORIGINALLY $250.00 REDUCED TO $215.00
This is a excellent condition canvas scrapper cover. Stenciled on the face in ¾ inch black letters is U.S. over 15 INCH over SPRING HEAD. Cover is 28 inches by 14 ½ inches. Excellent condition.
(M18921) $295.00
A linstock is a staff with a fork at one end to hold a lighted slow match, and a point at the other to stick in the ground. Linstocks were used for discharging cannons in the early days of artillery. This linstock is 29 inches long and made of hard wood, probably oak. It is lath turned with three different size areas. On the small end is a pointed iron spike and it appears an iron ring is missing. The large end has a carved out channel with a quarter inch hole drilled straight through.
(20-2297) $295.00
A linstock is a staff with a fork at one end to hold a lighted slow match and a point at the other to stick in the ground. Linstocks were used for discharging cannons in the early days of artillery. This linstock is 31 inches long and made of hard wood. It is lath turned with two different size areas. On the small end is a pointed iron spike with a brass ring. The large end has a 1-inch hole with a carved out channel that has a 5/16- inch hole drilled straight through. It also has a brass rivet attached to strengthen it.
(20-2298) $295.00
Brown leather, measuring 4.5 x 3.75". Lower aperture measures 3" in diameter. Accompanying slotted black steel rod & leather thong. Leather exhibits light scuffing, & minor cracking. Otherwise in remarkably good condition. Nice artillery display piece.
(558-266) $150.00
(M18736) ORIGINALLY $225.00 REDUCED TO $150.00
Here is just one of the many implements utilized by U.S. artillery gun crews during the Civil War, this fine condition, factory-made leather device is a maker-marked Union gunner's haversack in very fine original condition. With the field piece in battery, this type haversack was worn by the No. #4 cannoneer and used as the medium to help prevent accidents while the artillery cartridges were being carried between the ammo magazine and the gun or piece on the line. The body and shoulder sling of this haversack are constructed of thick black bridle leather with the front and back of bag being connected by gussets that formed the ends and bottom. This allowed the haversack to be folded flat when not in use. The large outer flap is the same piece as the back and folds over and down on front and is fastened by a leather closure strap, a.k.a. billet, with buckle and clasp still strongly attached.
Haversack specimen measures 13" wide x 13" tall x 2" deep and is in excellent condition with all leather smooth and robust. Stitching is tight, save for a 1" section at the lower left corner and a 3" section on the lower front seam that shows some fraying and slight separation. Bottom edge of the outer flap has a pleasing scallop design. Centered on the inner front leather body is a fine and clear maker's stamp of "PRITCHARD & BROS / MAKERS / ROCHESTER, N.Y." in a crescent form. No interior leather tool pouch on this specimen. Haversack leather body surface, both front and back, has acquired a rich black plum patina with no evidence of cracking or crazing. Does have light surface creasing overall but no flaking or rot to the leather. Leather flap closure tab is intact but supple and suffers from surface cracking. Black leather shoulder sling is 45" long x 1½" wide and is complete with a large brass roller buckle and clasp. Sling is strong and shows scattered surface cracking and crazing.
'The Horse Soldier' handled this very same haversack a number of years ago and enclosed with this accoutrement is an original bill of sale and a brief handwritten description of the item on an old Horse Soldier business card. Fine, original, Civil War cannoneer's leather haversacks are not plentiful in today's market and this maker marked specimen would make a wonderful artifact to round out any artillery collection.
(588-261) $1,450.00
Made of iron this bucket is meant for heavy-duty use. It is 7 1/4" inches high and 8" in diameter. It has a lid at top, which is riveted in place and swings back and forth to open and close. Attached to the top is a 10 inch length of heavy chain with an "o" ring in the center for hanging off a gun carriage. Bucket is in very good shape with areas of light rust.
(M18681) $495.00
Turned wooden spool measuring 4.5" in length, and 1" in diameter, wrapped with 12' 4" of heavy twine with an 1" iron hook at the end. VG condition.
(512-06) $350.00
This implement was used to ignite the friction primer. When pulled creates friction that ignites the black gun powder inside the tube. The flame passes through the vent for instant ignition with the main powder's charge. The lanyard wood handle measures 4 ½" long with turned up ends. At its widest point it measures 1". The hemp-made rope measures 11' 6" with small iron "S" hook sewn to end. Excellent condition.
(M18100) ORIGINALLY $550.00 REDUCED TO $450.00
The accoutrement was used to ignite the charge in the artillery piece by pulling the primer in the artillery friction tube. The lanyard device consists of a turned wooden handle secured to a length of hemp line. Standard wooden spool, 4.5" in length & 1" in diameter, w/10' 9" rope cord attached to middle groove, and a small iron hook on the end. Slight wear to knob ends of lanyard, & the end hook is somewhat corroded, but the cord is still intact and in very good shape. A lanyard such as this is one of the basics of any Civil War Collection.
(M17378) ORIGINALLY $550.00 REDUCED TO $450.00
This thin, long cylindrical accoutrement is another common artillery tool used by Civil War artillerymen for removing plugs, broken friction primers and other residue from the tube vent when preparing to fire an artillery field piece. Sometimes called a vent pick, this iron gimlet is similar to artillery probe or vent and has a 21½" length overall topped with a 2¼" diameter looped handle. Made for use with the large, heavy 12" siege guns. Clearly visible at the gimlet's upper end beneath the loop handle is the stamping "WATERVLIET U.S. 12'' M" in small letters / numerals. The point of the gimlet has a spiraled 'drill bit' style tip some 2" long with a tight threaded, tapered tip. All metal surface has a light rust coating that is hard and smooth.
(M20273) $67.50
This long, thin, iron accoutrement is a common artillery tool used by Civil War artillerymen to clear the vent hole in an artillery field piece prior to firing. It was also used to puncture the powder bag charge when the bag was inserted into the tube. The long cylindrical device, similar to a probe, measures 22¼" in length and has a 1" square, flat holder attached at one end that is stamped "WATERVLIET / ARSENAL" in small letters. The opposite side exhibits the marking "12 M". The tip or point of the vent tool is tapered to a thin, punch-like needle. Entire metal surface wears a coat of fine rust pitting.
(M20272) $67.50
This thin cylindrical accoutrement is a common artillery tool used by Civil War artillerymen to clean the vent hole and / or puncture the powder bag charge when preparing to fire an artillery field piece. The device, similar to a probe, and has a 5½" length overall and a 1" diameter octagonal metal handle. Tool has a flat tip. Entire metal surface wears surface rust and pitting.
(558-662) $67.50
(558-663) $67.50
A vent punch is pushed down the vent (touch hole) of an artillery piece to prick the powder bag thereby exposing the loose powder to the igniting agent, be it a lighted fuse or a friction primer. This one is nine inches in length with a 1-inch 6-sided piece of metal on the end with a hole in the center.
(558-664) $79.50
A vent punch is pushed down the vent (touch hole) of an artillery piece to prick the powder bag thereby exposing the loose powder to the igniting agent, be it a lighted fuse or a friction primer. This one is 22 ½ inches in length with a 1 inch square piece of metal on the end with a hole in the center. Stamped on one side is WATERVILLE ARSENAL U.S. and 12 M on the other side. Some damage on the one side that appears to have been welded and a corner is chipped.
(558-665) $67.50
Iron rod with point at bottom for piercing powder bag and ring at top for handling. Measures approx. 16.0 inches long from the top of the ring to the point. Nice dark patina with traces of original black paint.
(512-02) $85.00
A priming wire is pushed down the vent (touch hole) of an artillery piece to prick the powder bag thereby exposing the loose powder to the igniting agent, be it a lighted fuse or a friction primer. This one is 10 inches in length with a 1 3/4 inch diameter circle on the one end.
(558-660) $67.50
Made of tin, measuring 2. 375 x 4.25 x 2.75", w/2" crossed cannons & ball stamped on lid. Medium dark patina w/medium scratching and tarnish. Else vg. & structurally sturdy.
(558-713) ORIGINALLY $595.00 REDUCED TO $495.00
A rather interesting little box. Container is made of tin and measures 4.25 x 2.75 x 2.75. The exterior has been blackened and the interior has been painted gold. This was done long ago as the paint appears to be very old with plenty of wear. On the inside some of the gold paint has been chipped away reveling the tin underneath. The lid is embossed with crossed cannons with a cannon ball at center. In gold paint above the cannons are the words "100 Friction Primers." The letters were also originally stamped into the lid but have been done over in gold paint. The box is sound and the lid works just fine. What makes this interesting is the inscription on the bottom. In gold paint is says "Allegheny Arsenal At Pittsburgh Pa, War 1861 to 1865, Sale 1902."
(241-63) ORIGINALLY $695.00 REDUCED TO $495.00
This is a pack of five time fuses in the original packaging. They are in a wooden block and wrapped in brown paper. Arsenal markings are very faint but it is the Frankfort label. The date is 1864.
(558-721) $75.00
Small pattern used in spherical shells (12 pounders). Has paper remains of paper time fuse. Excellent condition, would easily screw into a shell. Location of recovery unknown.
(R17098) $75.00
This artifact is a good condition, copper Confederate time fuse adapter. These short artillery brass fuse plugs were produced to allow their use in spherical case-shot projectiles. Two spanner holes are visible on the flange. Threads worn. Shank retains large portion of the original paper fuse. Body has the small opening in the base. Moderate surface grime. Fuse adapter wears a dark patina overall.
(R14689) $95.00
This artifact is a very good Confederate brass time fuse adapter. These artillery fuse plugs were made longer to allow their use in rifled explosive projectiles. They were longer to allow the paper time fuse more burning time. Two spanner holes are visible on the flange. Flange slightly shipped. Threads sharp. Body has the larger opening in the base. Light surface dirt. Adapter wears a dark patina overall.
(R14714) $100.00
For use with the paper time fuse. Used in 2.9 / 3" rifled Parrott projectiles. Would screw into a shell. Location of recovery unknown.
(R17097) $75.00
Style that first appeared in the campaigns of 1864 for use in Parrott Field Artillery Projectiles. In excellent condition. Would easily screw into a shell.
(512-13) $95.00
All Parrott adaptors were made of zinc with 12 threads per inch. With two spanner holes on top. Early war pattern with no flange. Location of recovery unknown.
(258-159) $75.00
This Parrott time fuse adapter artifact is made of zinc and matched with 20 and 30 pound Parrott artillery percussion shells used during the Civil War. The two spanner holes, threading and tubular shank are in very good condition. Entire length of the fuse body (2.4") is threaded. Exterior wears surface dirt. VG condition.
(R14701) $95.00
This artifact is a late-war, zinc, Parrott time fuse adapter made for 20 and 30-pound Parrott artillery percussion shells used during the Civil War. The short fuse piece has the rounded flange. Both spanner holes, threading and tubular shank are in very good condition. Exterior wears light surface dirt and shows oxidation. VG condition.
(R14704) $100.00
This artifact is an early-war, zinc, Parrott time fuse adapter made for ten-pound Parrott artillery percussion shells used during the Civil War. The two spanner holes, threading and tubular shank are in excellent condition. Exterior wears some surface dirt. Hint of a dusky brown patina show through the dirt. VG condition.
(R14706) $100.00
This artifact is an early-war, zinc, Parrott time fuse adapter made for the 10-pound Parrott artillery percussion shells used during the Civil War. The short fuse piece has no rounded flange at the top. Both spanner holes, threading and tubular shank are in poor condition. Entire shank is threaded. Threads worn. Exterior wears moderate surface dirt and shows oxidation.
(R14707) $65.00
This artifact is an early-war, zinc, Parrott time fuse adapter made for the 10-pound Parrott artillery percussion shells used during the Civil War. The short fuse piece has no rounded flange at the top. Both spanner holes, threading and tubular shank are in very good condition. Entire shank is threaded. Exterior wears surface dirt and shows light oxidation. VG condition.
(R14708) $85.00
This artifact is an early-war, zinc, Parrott time fuse adapter made for 20 and 30-pound Parrott artillery percussion shells used during the Civil War. The short fuse piece has no flange on the top portion. Both spanner holes, threading and shank are in very good condition. Entire length of the fuse is threaded. Exterior wears surface dirt and shows light oxidation. VG condition.
(R14709) $95.00
This artifact is an early-war, zinc, Parrott time fuse adapter made for the 10-pound Parrott artillery percussion shells used during the Civil War. The short fuse piece has no rounded flange at the top. Both spanner holes, threading and tubular shank are in good condition. Entire shank is threaded. Threads worn. Exterior wears surface dirt and shows oxidation. Good condition.
(R14711) $65.00
For 20 and 30 pounder Parrott projectiles. A style which appeared in late war battles, the head has a more rounded body. Made of zinc. Measures 2.46", head diameter 1.3" & body measures 1.11".
(R13231) $125.00
For use in the 2.9" / 3" 10 pounder Parrott projectiles. Made of zinc with 12 threads per inch. Two spanner holes for the fuse wrench. An early war pattern which does not have the flange head like late war examples. Excellent condition. Measures 1.62" long with a diameter of 1.12".
(R13233) $125.00
In excellent condition, only the body remains.
(R17106) $65.00
This is a brass Hotchkiss time fuse adapter, made for artillery percussion shells during the Civil War. This fired fuse artifact measures 2" long and retains its flange head, threading and tubular shank. Entire shank is filled with dirt from the recovery area. Flange exhibits the typical screwdriver slot. Threads are sharp. Exterior bears a hard surface that has acquired a pleasing, light green patina. Never cleaned.
(R14692) $100.00
This is a brass Hotchkiss time fuse adapter, made for artillery percussion shells during the Civil War. This fired fuse artifact measures 2¼" long and retains its flange head, threading and tubular shank. Flange exhibits the typical screwdriver slot. Threads are sharp. Exterior bears a hard surface that has acquired a pleasing, light green patina. Never cleaned.
(R14693) $100.00
This is a brass Hotchkiss time fuse adapter, made for artillery percussion shells during the Civil War. This fired fuse artifact measures 2" long and retains its flange head, threading and tubular shank. Flange exhibits the typical screwdriver slot. Threads are sharp. Never cleaned.
(R15251) $75.00
(M16250) ORIGINALLY $32.50 REDUCED TO $15.00
Here is a fine Federal Borman-type fuse adapter for a 12-pound shell complete with its brass underplug recovered from the South Mountain Battlefield in Maryland. Made to fit numerous artillery cannonballs and spherical shells, the Bormann artillery time fuse adapter was made of equal parts of lead and tin and was a very dependable ignition system during the war. Approximately 1 5/8" in diameter, the very good condition fuse adapter is complete and the time set increments in seconds are clearly visible on the surface. Body threads are strong and intact and still carry some of the dirt from the recovered area. The associated Bormann fuse adapter screws tightly into the fuse opening of the shell. Adapter wears a dusky-gray patina and exhibits light scuffing and abrasions to its surface. Markings of the ½ second intervals stamps on very visible on the fuse flange. Spanner wrench slots still strong. A small, circular brass device known as an underplug was used in conjunction with a Bormann time fuse adapter in a 12-pound spherical shell. The underplug retains its center opening, its two spanner holes and fine, sharp threaded edges. Before the Bormann fuse itself was inserted in the spherical shell, the underplug which measures 1" in diameter x 3/8" thick, was screwed into the shell opening. Underplug surface is smooth and hard with a pleasing, dark green patina overall. A very fine combo of an original Bormann fuse adapter with its brass underplug from the South Mountain Battlefield.
(R17673) $125.00
A flammable composition housed in a paper case meas. ½" dia. x 12 ½" long. It would burn with an intense flame and could not be extinguished by water. Used as an ignition device on naval warships during the Civil War period.
(M9819) $25.00
(M19061) $150.00
This gunner’s level is in excellent condition. The brass just has a little tarnish that can easily be cleaned. The level itself is in perfect condition and still works. The adjustable slide is also in fine working order. The best part is the markings. Under a nice, crisp eagle in four lines is “US, Watervliet, Arsenal, 1863.”
(M17376) ORIGINALLY $3,500.00 REDUCED TO $2,950.00 FURTHER REDUCED TO $2,500.00
(R9449) $950.00
Presented here is a seldom-seen, Civil War period, light artillery accoutrement known as a 'breechsight' and sometimes referred to as a 'hausse'. Machined of heavy-gauge brass, this device is in excellent condition and appears to be of German (possibly Austrian manufacture) based upon the stamped markings seen at the base of the tool and used for six-pound Austrian field howitzers. Interestingly, Confederate agent Major Caleb Huse purchased at least seventeen Austrian bronze 6-pound field guns to help arm the Confederacy. It cannot be ascertained for certain but a Confederate battery of Austrian field guns located on the battlefield of Gettysburg are similar to those pictured in the 1854 manual. The breechsight measures 11 5/16" long x 1 1/8" wide x 3/16" thick. An ordinary hausse or breechsight was utilized by an artillery crew's number one gunner to give him an accurate angle of fire. The angle was true, provided the tube's trunnions were horizontal or the base line along which the sighting was done was in the same vertical plane with the axis of the piece. This breechsight appears very similar to that which is shown in a drawing from an 1854 dated, Prussian artillery instruction manual, which identifies accoutrements specifically used to a fire large caliber artillery rounds. In excellent overall condition, this long, rectangular breechsight is fitted with a heavy thick base that has a slight curvature that fits the aft collar on the breech end of a 6-pounder gun. The center of the breechsight has a 9" long x ¼" wide cutout fitted with a metal slider. When adjusting the angle of the barrel, the lead gunner set the slider to the highest point of the aft collar and lined it up to the forward collar. Sight bears stampings on both sides with a myriad of different markings, lines, points and numbers, all calculated to help the gunner perform his job. On one side of the sight base, the stampings read "W XOL / E : SF : D / EISEN. The opposite base side bears "X XOL / STEIK / BIEV". All brass surfaces of the breechsight have acquired a smooth, pleasing, bronze patina that shows evidence of cleaning at one time. Gauge sustains very few scratches or blemishes. Accompanying the sight is the Prussian 1854 Artillery manual (all in German) including three pages of pictorial drawings of the field piece and b&w copy photos of Confederate cannon at Gettysburg. This brass breechsight is a seldom-seen piece of light artillery equipment that is in wonderful condition. It would surely enhance any artillery display or collection.
(193-28) $2,250.00
This sight is 1 3/8 inches in length. One end is tapered to a blade type point and the other is milled down to approximately 3/8 inches in diameter. The finish is a gun metal gray. Stamped on the side is 12 H.
(M20393) $200.00
A piece of the Confederate victory at Gaines Mill. Nice untouched patina. Exhibits rifling marks. Scarce item.
(R17481) $265.00
The most common variety of Read projectiles found. A lathe dimple is in the center of the iron base. The copper ring sabot is intact, as is the bottom bourrelet ring. Base of sabot and shell meas. 1 ½" high. Cleaned and varnished. Location of recovery unknown.
(R13996) ORIGINALLY $67.50 REDUCED TO $39.50
The most common variety of Read projectiles found. A lathe dimple is in the center of the iron base. The copper ring sabot is intact, as is the bottom bourrelet ring. Base of sabot and shell fragment meas. 2" high. Cleaned and varnished.
(R13997) ORIGINALLY $75.00 REDUCED TO $45.00
(R14001) ORIGINALLY $67.50 REDUCED TO $39.50
The most common variety of Read projectiles found. A small lathe dimple is in the center of the iron base. Copper ring sabot intact in excellent condition. Base of sabot and shell meas. 1 ½" high. Cleaned and varnished. Location of recovery unknown.
(R14005) ORIGINALLY $50.00 REDUCED TO $35.00
The most common variety of Read projectiles found. Copper ring sabot intact with "lands and grooves" visible from the gun's rifling. Base of sabot and shell meas. 1 ½" high. Cleaned and varnished. Location of recovery unknown.
(R14006) ORIGINALLY $50.00 REDUCED TO $39.50
Large lathe dimple in the center of the base. Thin wrought iron sabot, cleaned and varnished. Location of recovery unknown.
(R14007) $39.50
Large lathe dimple in the center of the base. Thick wrought iron sabot with small section of shell base with portion of bourrelet ring. Sabot and shell base meas. 1" high. Location of recovery unknown.
(R14008) ORIGINALLY $67.50 REDUCED TO $39.50
Lathe dimple in the center of the base. Thin wrought iron sabot. Recovery at Richmond, VA.
(R14009) $67.50
Lathe dimple in the center of the base. Thick wrought iron cup sabot with a small section of the shell base with portion of the lower bourrelet ring. Sabot and base meas. 1 ¼" high.
(R14010) ORIGINALLY $67.50 REDUCED TO $300.00
Lathe dimple in the center of the base. Thin wrought iron cup sabot cleaned and varnished. Location of recovery unknown.
(R14011) ORIGINALLY $47.50 REDUCED TO $27.50
This Parrott base exhibits a large chiseled area on the base where the casting waste was removed. A much thicker sabot than the Read's. Sabot pre-stamped with corresponding rifling. Sabot and shell base meas. 2" high. Varnished and only lightly cleaned.
(R14012) ORIGINALLY $57.50 REDUCED TO $39.50
Large lathe dimple in the center of the iron base. Thick wrought iron sabot and shell base meas. 2" high. Cleaned and varnished.
(R14013) ORIGINALLY $67.50 REDUCED TO $39.50
Fired from a 5.1-inch 50-pounder Dalgren rifle. Found in Deep South coastal areas. Cleaned and varnished.
(R14015) $57.50
Shell was commonly called a polygonal cavity shell, used exclusively by the Confederates. Interior cast with weakness in the form of pentagonal sections that would fragment into twelve equal pieces. Found in "diamond" and "trapezoid" shapes. Cleaned and varnished.
(R14028) $10.00 EACH
Fragment of wooden sabot-55 to 60% of sabot, measuring 8.625" . Darkened patina w/two minor cracks. Else VG. Intriguing artillery relic.
(R15276) $25.00
Recovered in Baltimore County.
(R14156) $39.50
Spherical shot recovered at Morristown, NJ. Very little pitting, very good condition.
(R13464) $150.00 EACH
(R18157B) $25.00
Recently found above Harper's Ferry, VA (now in West Virginia) on the banks of the Potomac River. The small Ellsworth guns were one of two types of breechloading artillery used during the American Civil War; the Ellsworth gun with one and half inch bore and fifteen lands and grooves. The projectile fired an 18 ounce iron conical ball wrapped with tallow soaked cord that was put in an end of a brass cartridge. Fired by a three-ounce powder charge, it was estimated that the Ellsworth projectile could shoot up to three miles. During Lee's first invasion of the North, Confederate General "Stonewall" Jackson's men headed towards Harper's Ferry capturing the town and many artillery guns, including several Ellsworth guns. During the siege of Harper's Ferry, Captain Acorn of the 12 New York Militia took a detachment of Ellsworth guns to Maryland Heights where they rendered assistance in defense of the garrison, expending about eight rounds before captured. Most of the Ellsworth guns were sent to Trans-Mississippi Theater and also in South Carolina. This projectile is in excellent condition, having only been hand-cleaned. Exhibits very small areas of surface rust. Would easily clean to a smooth surface.
(301-09) $1,250.00
Fired from a 32-pounder smoothbore, or a 32-pounder 6.4" Brooke/Parrott Rifle. The most common caliber and type of stand used. In excellent condition. Original rope handle torn on one end.
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(M19299) $2,950.00
This shell is 2.73 inches in diameter and 9 inches long. The nose is threaded for a fuze. The nose is detachable for ease of loading iron around the powder charge. Both the nose and shell are stamped 2'7. The shell has a dark flat black patina with areas of heavy pitting.
(154-512) $1,850.00
Fired from a 10 pounder 2.9 inch caliber gun, used the wooden fuse adapter. Wrought iron cup sabot. Nice lathe dimple in the base. Stamped near fuse hole is the letter "C", possibly a manufacture's stamp. One of the nicest CS smooth Read shell we've seen in awhile.
(R17090) $795.00
The wrought iron tapered ring sabot, intact, has damage from being fired. Used the wood adapter, paper time fuse plug. The fuse hole has traces of the wood plug. Body of shell only lightly cleaned, by hand. Still has areas of light to moderate surface rust. More cleaning needed.
(R11765) ORIGINALLY $975.00 REDUCED TO $800.00
Captured US 12 lb. Spherical Shell with bullets clearly visible in the tan matrix. This shell used an extremely rare Wright time fuse which functioned similar to a Bormann time fuse. Confederate artillery used captured Union bullets to fill the shell making it a case-shot projectile. Visible are Williams cleaner bullets. Exterior of shell has moderate pitting. Center of shell matrix shows cylindrical cavity where a bursting chamber was to be inserted. Great for display with a nice wood base with a new information plaque attached.
(ART8A) $295.00 EACH
Still coated with the original black pine tar. In Confederate arsenals, pine tar was used for protective coatings on a variety of different things, artillery projectiles being one of them. This non-excavated 12 pdr. shell still retains approx 75% of this pine tar. Type of projectile that used the Bormann fuse. Overall in excellent condition, having been found in a barn in North Carolina.
(ART2A) $395.00
Type which used the Bormann fuse. Found in Petersburg, VA in the early 1960's along the Confederate lines near "The Crater", this projectile appears as it was recovered, having never been cleaned. This shell still exhibits the black pine tar that Confederate arsenals would use to coat the projectiles. Moderate to heavy areas of surface rust/pitting with areas of pine tar s howing through.
(ART2B) $275.00
(37-203) $1,500.00
Fired from a 3.67" cal. rifle. This style of projectile has six recessed ribs on the cone section. Slightly wider than other projectiles. Missing its Schenkl Percussion fuse. Shell has been cleaned, painted black and varnished. Moderate pitting over the entire projectile. Found at Vicksburg.
(R13417) ORIGINALLY $550.00 REDUCED TO $450.00
Found at Petersburg, VA in the early 1950's. Used in the 30 pounder Dahlgren Rifle, found along coastal and river battles in VA, NC and SC. The fuse used in this projectile is the Schenkl Navy percussion style which would easily screw into the shell. Ribs for gripping the papier-mache sabot are cast in a hook-slant pattern. Body has light to moderate areas of pitting.
(R11329) ORIGINALLY $1,250.00 REDUCED TO $895.00
Fired from a 3.67 inch 6-pounder smoothbore gun. This solid shot was found years after the battle on Lookout Mountain, TN. Having never been cleaned it still exhibits very light surface rust. This type of projectile was used extensively in the Civil War. When fired it would ricochet from one target to another.
(R16829) $200.00
Fired from a 3.67 inch 6 pounder smoothbore gun. This solid shot was recovered shortly after the Battle of Lookout Mountain, Tenn. In near mint condition. This type of projectile was used extensively in the Civil War. When fired it would ricochet from one target to another. Projectile has been painted black and is in mint condition. No doubt a very early battlefield find.
(R16839) $200.00
Fired by a 6-pounder 3.67" caliber smoothbore gun. The most common 6-pounder projectile used by both Federal and Confederate forces. Painted black and cleaned and varnished. Found at Richmond, VA.
(R13404) $200.00
12 lb. 4.52" Bormann fused case shot. Fuse is missing. Shell is cut in half revealing iron balls firmly imbedded in black matrix. Small area in center where a bursting chamber would have been placed. Exterior with pitting. Nice for display! Wood base with new information plaque included.
(ART9B) $295.00 EACH
Here is an example of a cross-section of the US 12 lb. Bormann Case-shot Shell. Various sized case-shot balls can be seen as well as the surrounding mustard-yellow matrix. The center-indented crevice depicts the bursting charge cavity. The US Bormann time fuse plug and underplug are intact. Outside of shell has been shellacked for preservation and exhibits a deep brown shiny surface with patchy areas. Shell is accompanied by a wooden base that is labeled "12 LB. BORMAN CASE-SHOT" on a black metal plaque.
(R13267) $295.00 EACH
This excavated Federal twelve-pound spherical solid shot specimen is an original Civil War artillery projectile that was recovered from the area at Charleston, South Carolina. In fair overall relic condition, the artillery round exhibits a hard but rough surface. Shot exhibits a number of knock-off chips due to direct impact. This spherical round weighs twelve pounds and has no visible mold seam. One of the most common of Civil War smoothbore projectiles, this specimen was sometimes referred to as an un-fused, round iron lump. Round has been cleaned and has been coated with a shellac sealant and exhibits a shiny, dark chocolate brown coloring. This spherical solid shot is a representative Civil War artillery artifact of the Federal Army's long arm branch.
(586-02) $100.00
This 12-pound spherical solid shot specimen is an original Civil War artillery projectile that was recovered from an unknown location. In good plus overall relic condition, the artillery round exhibits a hard smooth surface with no visible flaking or knock-off chipping due to direct impact. Major portion of this round does show light pitting and pockmarking but has not casting flaws. Remaining surface is smooth. The round weighs twelve pounds and has no visible mold seam. The most common of Civil War smoothbore projectiles, this specimen was sometimes referred to as an un-fused, round iron lump. Round has been cleaned and coated with a dark colored sealant and wears a mottled, dark chocolate brown patina. A single, ¾" high letter "R" is hand painted in white on the surface. This spherical solid shot is a very good representative Civil War artillery artifact.
(R2834) $195.00
This 12-pound spherical solid shot specimen is an original Civil War artillery projectile that was recovered from the banks of the Susquehanna River at an undisclosed location in Lancaster County, PA. In poor overall relic condition, the artillery round has large portions of its hard surface flaked off or chipped off from direct impact. Some casting flaws (small holes) are visible at the chipped areas. Remaining surface shows a number of large pockmarks and pits. The round weighs little over nine pounds and has no visible mold seam. The most common of Civil War smoothbore projectiles, this specimen was sometimes referred to as an un-fused, round iron lump. The 12lb shot wears a mottled, dark chocolate brown patina.
(179-413) $125.00
Spherical shot with overall surface rust with a coppery brown color that was recovered at Richmond, VA. One rectangular shaped area meas.3.75" x .75" on surface that is smooth where someone began to clean shell, with remainder of shell in uncleaned condition.
(R12217) $225.00
This early war trophy appears to have been picked up from the battlefield within a few weeks of the battle. This war relic, the most common Civil War smoothbore projectile, sits on the original wood sabot. The sabot has only one minor crack from the nail hole holding the tin strap is otherwise in excellent condition. Only a small section of the tin strapping band remains, the rest having rusted away. The projectile has one side of light pitting from being exposed to the elements. The underside is nice and smooth. An untouched war relic from Petersburg, VA.
(R11330) $1,500.00
With overall moderate to heavy surface rust which would clean up to be in nice smooth condition with minor pitting. Shot exhibits dark brown coloration with copper patches. Marked in white paint " Petersburg / Feb. 1976" indicating site and date of recovery.
(R13247) $225.00
Seldom do you see a shell excavated with both the wood sabot, strap and Bormann time fuse still intact! The surface of this 4.52" 12 pdr. Spherical shell is smooth and shiny, exhibiting areas of brownish-reddish patches with overall shellacking. Bormann fuse is still intact and fuse markings are legible. Surrounding the bulging fuse, the collar tin holding the wooden sabot strap is intact with a 1.5" section extending down from the fuse. The original wood sabot is still affixed to the shell having been shellacked for preservation, appears to be in a semi-petrified state. Wood sabot shows evidence of shrinkage. Recovered approximately 15 years ago from a stream and wooded area at Spotsylvania Court House, VA, this shell is extremely desirable and rare to find.
(R12259) $975.00
Patented in December of 1864, the Wright fuse was considered an improvement over the wide used Bormann fuse. The Wright fuse allowed a 12 second burning time before exploding instead of the Bormann's 5 second time. See page 28 of Charles H. Jones' book Artillery Fuses of the Civil War for a picture of a Wright fuse.
Wright's fuse was circular in shape and was made of lead and tin alloy. The outer rim of the fuse was pressed into a circular channel in the top of the shell. Along the outer edge was the 12 second numbers. Fired the same way as the Bormann fuse, an implement was used to make an incision at the desired time allowing the flame to ignite the exposed powder.
Visible in the sulphur matrix is a US .58 cal. 3-ring Minie ball used as case-shot. Also visible in the matrix are approx. 5 other bullets, assumed to be Union Minie balls. Also visible is the main powder cavity.
Only a few late war battlefield examples of this scarce projectile/fuse were known to exist until the November 2004 Civil War show in Richmond, VA, when several of these projectiles turned up for sale. This particular projectile has the black pine tar over most of the shell. It is known that during the Civil War the Confederate arsenals would use the black pine tar as a protective coating on a variety of different things, artillery projectiles being one of them. Since the Wright fuse/shell are seldom ever seen and this style of fuse has only recently come to light, it is possible that the projectile was captured by Confederate forces and stored in an arsenal for further use, and until only recently a small quantity was found in a barn in North Carolina.
The original pine tar covers most of the shell with very little rust or pitting. Heavier surface rust in the fuse hole area.
(ART6A) $695.00
Fired from a 3.4" cal. Rifled Boat Howitzer. At the tip of this projectile is a small brass nose, purpose unknown. This projectile has four ribs arranged vertically around the shell's body. Designed as a bearing surface to diminish friction inside the cannon bore and also to aid in its flight. Dahlgren patented this pattern on August 6, 1861 under patent number 32,986. Underneath the lead cup sabot rounded iron base with five wide ribs. Around the lead cup sabot was a large groove which, was filled with rope, saturated with tallow and lamp-black, which acted as lubrication. This scarce bolt, seldom seen with its lead cup sabot, is in excellent condition. Has been lightly cleaned. Surface of iron still has a little of surface grime. Found with approx. 10 other "Blind Shell" Bolts when unearthed by a farmer this past spring outside of Richmond, VA. Still in the remains of a period shipping box.
(R13265) ORIGINALLY $2,950.00 REDUCED TO $2,600.00
This item is a very nice original U.S. canister round for a 3-Inch Ordnance Rifle. It measures 8 inches tall and 2.9 inches in diameter. This canister weighs approximately 6 pounds and has a tin outer shell (can). The top of the canister has crimped edges over an iron plate. This canister is full normally with iron or lead balls packed in sawdust. The canister is in great condition; it still has some original red paint and has but a few small dents and nicks. The can seam is solid and intact and the lid is securely crimped to the can. This item has not been cleaned. The bottom lead base is intact and "HOTCHKISS 3 IN JAN'Y 7 1862 PATENT" is impressed in bold letters. There is a narrow groove at the base where the sabot joins the canister; there is no sabot with this canister. Designed to be fired at close range at personnel targets, canisters were not usually made rigid (e.g., light tin-plate casing, as here) so that they didn't take to the gun's rifling.
(558-276) $2,250.00
This is a 3" fired Hotchkiss shell that was recovered in the James River in 1988. The shell is in three pieces, the shell, base and sabot. It is heavily pitted from being in water.
(558-312) $235.00
The fuse cap is lightly corroded over. The slotted area on the fuse is visible. Linen impression is visible on the sabot. Lead band sabot completely intact. This unfired projectile still has the Hotchkiss patent visible on base. Minor areas of light pitting. Painted black/shellacked. Rec. Augusta, GA.
(R10094) ORIGINALLY $750.00
Missing the lead band sabot & base cup. No fuse. Light surface pitting. Minor chip near nose. Shellacked. Location of recovery unknown.
(R9785) ORIGINALLY $395.00 REDUCED TO $325.00
Fired from a 14 pounder James Rifle, sabot has damage from being fired. Approx. 50% of the tin sleeve covers the lead sabot. About 1/3 of the lead/tin sabot is missing, exposing three of the eight vertical flanges on the tapered tail section. The brass James percussion fuse is intact and in very good condition. Light areas of surface rust. Nice example exposing the vertical ribs.
(R12193) ORIGINALLY $750.00 REDUCED TO $675.00
Presented here is a Federal 3.67" Parrott 'Short Pattern' case shot artillery shell in wonderful excavated condition. Designed by Robert P. Parrott in August 1861, the shell was used with the 20-pounder Parrott Rifle of 3.67" caliber. Shell measures 9.5" long, has a diameter of 3.6", weighs 20 pounds, 2 oz and is notably more rare than the long pattern shell. The original zinc time fuse adapter is missing but the fuse cavity still shows strong threading. These Parrott case shot 20-pounders were loaded via the nose cavity. Sabot is a wrought iron tapered ring with five 'pre-engraved' flanges evident at the base. The entire Parrott shell body wears a rich, dark brown patina over a lightly rust-pocked surface. Projectile has been lightly cleaned and exhibits an inscription in white paint written on the shell's upper body which reads "20 PDR PARROTT / CASE SHOT SHELL / HARPERS FERRY." No body chips visible. A very fine excavated 20 pound case-shot Parrott from Harper's Ferry.
(R14716) ORIGINALLY $395.00 REDUCED TO $350.00
Fired from a 100-pounder 6.4" cal. Parrott Rifle. The most common pattern bolt found in this caliber. It has a chilled iron core and a cast body. Type II Parrott sabot. Sabot exhibits no rifling from being fired. The nose has nose impact marks "chipping" along the top edge and a nice impact mark, a small "V" shape gouge in the side. Cleaned and varnished exhibits very little pitting. Found at Fort Fisher, ex-collection of Tom Dickey. Due to its weight of 93 lbs. extra shipping required.
(R13389) ORIGINALLY $1,500.00 REDUCED TO $995.00
Fired from a 20-pounder 3.67" cal. Parrott rifle. This projectile clearly shows the land and grooves from a Parrott gun. Heavy impact chipping just below the top. A nice "chunk" at the nose is missing. Having been cleaned and varnished. Light to moderate pitting. Found at Vicksburg. Because of its 20 lb. weight extra shipping required.
(R13349) $325.00
Fired from a 20-pounder 3.67-inch caliber Parrott Rifle. The brass sabot ring clearly exhibits the "lands and grooves" of this gun. Designed primarily for destroying fortifications and ships, this bolt having been cleaned and painted black has light to moderate pitting. Location of recovery unknown.
(R13976) ORIGINALLY $750.00 REDUCED TO $500.00
Fired from a 4.2" 30-pounder Parrott rifle. The Type II bottlenose is rare in this size caliber used by Federal Navy. The sabot is missing. Cleaned and varnished; has two "chips" at the top due to impact. Because of its 28-pound weight, extra shipping is required. Found at Vicksburg.
(R13324) $325.00
Fired from a 20 pounder Delafield rifle that was invented by Lt. Col. Richard Delafield for the State of New York. Thirteen Delafield cannons were delivered to the State of New York on the 18th March 1862. No known combat / battlefield finds have ever been found. Possibly used by the State of New York for home state use.
The base of the projectile has five cast raised flanges that fit the Delafield's rifling. Has the parrott zinc fuse adapter. Shell has a "weathered" look, light pitting over the entire body. Recovery location unknown.
(R17092) $200.00
This projectile has four flame grooves cut into the lead sabot to aid the propellant flame to the paper time fuse. Zinc fuse adapter intact. Pitting to the lead sabot with "chip" along the bottom half of the sabot. Pockmark pitting. Location of recovery unknown.
(R17094) $295.00
With remains of the lead cup sabot. Over one half of the sabot remains. The Dyer time fuse adaptor is intact. Light pitting over iron body. Recovered Augusta, GA.
(R10093) ORIGINALLY $1,250.00 REDUCED TO $750.00
(476-24) $395.00
[30-887] $595.00
Ca. 1960s/70s. Measures 12.75 in total length, with barrel measuring 9", & wooden carriage [with bone wheels & pins] 9". Fine replica of standard Civil War era 24pdr deck gun. Exhibits minor nicks and upper trunnion brackets could use some adhesive. Else VG & highly attractive. Superb desk piece for Civil War naval aficionados.
(30-885) $375.00
Napoleon 12 Pdr, model completely made of metal & painted gray & black. Gun measures 15" in length, 9.25" in length, & comes w/wooden stand. Brass cannon barrel measures 8.25" in length w/.5" bore; wheels measure 6.875" in diameter. Limber measures 19" in length, w/ 11.5" limber tongue; 9.25" in width from wheel hub to hub. Limber chest lid opens & closes easily.
In terms of condition, the paint of both gun & limber exhibits minor nicks. Otherwise solid and VG overall. An attractive mantel set.
(12-704) $295.00
Capt. J. W. Mallet, C.S.A. Saddle-stitched softcover, 48 pp. 2002, Thomas Publications.
A compilation by Dean Thomas of original rules and procedures to be observed in the laboratories of the arsenals and ordnance depots of the Confederate States of America with instructions to officers in the field.
(500759) $5.00