U.S. 3” HOTCHKISS SHELL – NOSE PORTION

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Item Code: 1054-1054

This is an excavated specimen and this common size was for the 3” Ordnance rifle. This is the nose portion of the 3-piece Hotchkiss artillery shell. No lead sabot or iron base cup. Fuse is also missing. The shell exhibits the 3 flame grooves on the sides. Iron is smooth and in good condition.  “INERT” stenciled in white paint; probably from a G.A.R. post or museum.    [jet]

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