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
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
Ammunition chests on the caisson & limber were of a standard size and, consequently, the number of rounds carried varied inversely to the increase in caliber. Packed properly, a chest for the 6-pounder gun carried 25 shot, 20 spherical case, and five canister, all with cartridges attached or "fixed", two spare cartridges & 75 friction primers.
The ammunition chest measures approximately 42" long, 20" deep and 17.5" high. It is missing its copper lid covering. The chest is painted green with yellow lettering (see photos). The front kick plate is a period replacement but does not line up with the original plate's holes. All iron is in good condition. Interior with two sides, each with four slotted panel dividers for 5 rows of projectiles.
Hard to find!
Extra shipping required.
(241-52) ORIGINALLY $4,950.00 REDUCED TO $4,000.00
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
Standard set for THREE INCH gun, consisting of [1] Worm pole, measuring 8' overall, w/triple-coiled, .5 diameter iron worm apparatus attached at one end. [2] Rammer pole measuring 6'4" in length w/2.875" diameter wooden rammer on one end & 6.25" iron rod at the other. Both retain original green paint finish exhibit considerable wear & Chipping. Though the metal parts show rust, both they and the wood remain in very good shape. Superb artillery display set.
(258-58) $1,800.00
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 24 pounder. This single-headed 129-inch long tool (length including the sponge head) 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 is a heavy cotton or wool and is firmly attached; the sponge is 9 inches long and 5 inches in diameter. Other than a half-driven nail near the sponge 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.
(M19505) 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) $275.00
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
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
This artifact in fine condition is a course cloth bag used to hold the actual black powder charge for a 12-pound artillery piece. This specimen measures 16½" long by 8" wide. The one piece cloth was folded over and sewn along the seam with one end left open for the powder charge. Bag was tightly bound and then stored in the army ammunition wagons for later use. Excellent plus condition.
(M19142) $125.00
Ca. 1860s. Made of multi pepper colored cotton, measuring 16 1/2 x 7 1/2". Overall it is in excellent condition.
(M18919) $97.50
(M18920) $97.50
This is a leather-covered pad used on the ends of limber poles to protect the lead horses. It was removed when the carriage was not in use. It is made to fit a pole approximately 2 ¼ inches in diameter. The leather is in good condition and it comes complete with the rectangular pin. No manufacturer marks are present.
(241-48) $150.00
(241-49) $150.00
Stands approx. 4.50 inches high. Leather surface is good with only light wear. Has a whole in the bottom for passing a pin through. These were used to cover the bottom of the rammer and keep the ends from poking the horse.
(M18736) $225.00
Measures 63.25" in length, tapering from a squared upper part sheathed in metal on two sides, to a circular tip measuring 1.5" in diameter. Original green paint all but gone, though traces remain. Small cracks in the upper section, and two moderate cracks - 6 & 7" - in the lower section, none of which seriously compromise the solidity of the spike. Metal sheathing exhibits rusty plum colored patina. Used to help maneuver large artillery pieces, the spike is weathered but in good condition overall.
(M19496) $395.00 REDUCED TO $325.00
Just one of many implements utilized by U.S. artillery gun crews during the Civil War, this factory-made device is an un-marked Union gunner's leather haversack tool in very good, 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 russet bag 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 of 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. Haversack specimen measures 12½" wide x 13" tall x 2" deep and is in very good condition with all leather strong and stitching tight, except for a 1" separation at top of one gusset. Bottom edge of the outer flap has a pleasing scallop design while its right-side face surface exhibits a darkened area of unknown staining. Interior leather tool pouch is missing on this specimen Haversack leather body front and back have acquired a rich brown patina upon a smooth surface with no evidence of cracking or crazing. Light surface cracking is visible on the right half area of the flap while the top hinge area exhibits moderate cracking and flaking to the leather. Flap billet is fine with just normal wear and one minor stress crack at the second hole. Leather sling is 45" long x 1½" wide and is complete with a large brass roller buckle and clasp. Shoulder sling, which shows some scattered surface scuffing and cracking, exhibits one tear or weak spot 5" up from where the sling is sewn to the back of bag. Fine, original, Civil War cannoneer's leather haversacks are not plentiful in today's market and this specimen would make a wonderful artifact to round out any artillery collection.
(M19499) ORIGINALLY $1,675.00 REDUCED TO $1,250.00 FURTHER REDUCED TO $975.00
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
This item is a very nice U.S. Civil War metal grease and tar bucket. Lightly pitted and rusted and with a few very light dents, it still has a lot of the original black paint and has not been cleaned or otherwise fussed with. This bucket measures 8 inches tall, 7 inches across the outside diameter, and is made of heavy steel/iron. There are top and bottom 1-inch high reinforcing caps that are firmly attached to the bucket with heavy rivets. The top has a swivel convex metal lid 4-¼ inches across and lip finger handle that function perfectly; the top access hole is 3-½ inches across. There is a "O" ring and carrying chain firmly attached to the top of the bucket by two heavy side retainers. The loop is 2 inches across and there are four chain links/attaching hooks on each side. This piece would have held a combined tar and grease mix for lubricating an artillery gun's bore. The bucket seal is intact and it would probably still hold a liquid today. It would make an excellent addition to any Civil War collection.
(M19492) ORIGINALLY $495.00 REDUCED TO $395.00
Measures 9" in height, 9.5" in diameter, with red company stamp, "Goodyear's Rubber Mfg. Co. New York", across the bottom. Two iron handle loops with rubber handle. "1st /Battery" markings in 1-1.5" lettering on side, originally red faded to orange-yellow. Rubber with canvas covering black in color. Slight wear & soiling with a handful of insignificant tears along top bucket edge. Else VG plus. Extremely rare. A magnificent artillery collectible!
(M19494) ORIGINALLY $3,500.00 REDUCED TO $1,295.00
Used to check the circumference of 11" artillery projectiles. Stamped into the metal ring near the handle is "10. 93/100". Walnut handle present w/only a couple of light dings. VG condition w/only very light surface rust. A nice example!
(154-173) ORIGINALLY $895.00 REDUCED TO $795.00
A russed sole leather pouch that held the friction primers, lanyard, thumbstall and other implements. The sides and ends were made of russet sole leather. Made with two covers, the inner one having end pieces sewed to it called "ears" which are still intact. The outer flap was a large section of leather that formed the backside as well. Two small belt loops sewn and fastened down by a brass rivet attached to the backside. The outer flap has three small holes in the form of a pyramid. Top hole measures 3 ½" in distance from bottom two holes which held some type of insignia. The latch tab loop has torn off and only ½ of the tab remains. Leather is in excellent condition, all seams intact. A nice example.
(M18095) ORIGINALLY $550.00 REDUCED TO $325.00
Wood handle measures 4.5" long. Rope with hook measures 13'. Excellent condition.
(258-57) $450.00
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
Wooden spool measuring 4.5" in length, and .875" in diameter, wrapped with 12' 7" of heavy twine with an 875" iron hook at the end. Hook exhibits corrosion, else VG.
(M17417) ORIGINALLY $550.00 REDUCED TO $450.00
Measures 14.5. Straight w/ light tarnish, good tip.
(20-2521) $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
Leather Artillery primer box in nice, used condition. The leather is strong and all seams are tight. Outer flap shows wear from use and light surface crackling. Flap is stamped in two lines "N. Y., P.N.H." Leather tab is sewn to flap and is in good condition. One wide belt loop sewn to back. Inside is tin box with lid. The hinges on the lid are gone but it will still open. Lid is stamped "50 Primers."
(241-106) $395.00
Friction primers were wrapped in waterproof paper and packaged in packs of ten. Ten of these packs were then packaged in a tin box. Offered is a Civil War tin friction primer box. The box is 4 ¼ inches long, 2 ¾ inches wide and 2 3/8 inches deep. It has a top that is attached by two soldered hinges with a single latch in the front. Stamped into the top are crossed cannons with an ordnance bomb. Printed across the top in an arch is 100 FRICTION PRIMERS. This box is in very good condition.
(490-21) $495.00
This desirable artifact from the Civil War is an original, unopened box of Federal artillery friction primers still contained within the original, waterproof, light-colored paper covering. Now heavily stained with a dark bluish-green color, the rectangular box specimen measures 2¼" long x 1½" wide x ¾" high and displays the easily read maker's stamping that says, "FRICTION PRIMERS / FRANKFORD ARSENAL / 1864". The box contains ten friction primers that are short tubes of metal inserted into a hole near the top of a longer tube that was filled with musket powder. The use of friction primers for cannon was to ignite the powder charge in the gun tube. Entire paper box is in outstanding original condition and even has the brown cloth tab at the top to open the box. This unopened box of artillery friction primers is very fine example of some of the implements used by the Federal long arm.
(490-22) $275.00
Standard, unused, Army friction primer for cannon. Item comes nicely displayed in a riker box. Primer is in unused condition.
(M18751) $65.00
Brown leather box measuring 7' x 5" x 1.75 tapering to 1.25", w/ front flap 8.5" in width. Inner flap stamped "Watertown/ Arsenal/ 1865/ U.S." While somewhat stiff, the near mint condition of its belt loops and interior leather indicate that this late-war pouch was probably never issued. Outer flap leather remains supple & good, while exhibiting some wear, light wrinkling & slight cracking in lower left corner, & on the finial strap below. Stitching is perfect. Small reverse side white ink inscription in .25" lettering: "Late Civil War cartridge Box." Overall condition VG plus.
(M19747) $495.00
Plain brown paper wrapper with "10 .S" marked on wrapper.
(M19744) $85.00
This honest artifact from the Civil War is an original, partially-opened packet of four Federal artillery paper time fuses that are still contained within the wooden block covered with its original light beige colored paper wrap. Paper suffers from numerous scattered edge fraying, tears, surface grime and staining. The rectangular packet measures 3" long x 2" wide x ¾" high and displays no markings or printing. Paper edge seams are intact but both of the flat edges have lost large portions of the paper cover along with the five pull ribbons or tabs. This packet exposes four of the five paper wrapped, black powder, artillery time fuses nestled in cylindrical holes drilled into the rectangular block of wood. This artifact is a fair example of an integral component of a Federal artilleryman's Civil War weapons system.
(M19776) $65.00
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 fine Confederate brass time fuse adapter. These short artillery fuse plugs were produced to allow their use in spherical case-shot projectiles. Two spanner holes are visible on the flange. Threads sharp. Body has the small opening in the base. Moderate surface dirt. Adapter wears a dark patina overall.
(R14696) $75.00
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
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
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 moderate to good condition. Flange shows moderate chipping. Fuse retains its original zinc anvil cap in place. Entire length of the fuse body (2.4") is threaded. Exterior wears surface dirt.
(R14700) $65.00
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. Fuse is marked with a "W" embossed on the flange. Both spanner holes, threading and tubular shank are in very good condition. Exterior wears some surface dirt. Piece wears a dusky gray / green patina. VG condition.
(R14705) $125.00
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