Part of an exploded, brass Schenkl percussion fuse. Top cap with anvil and threaded body remains. The lower portion was blown off. Top of cap is marked “J.P. SCHENKL / PAT. OCT. 16, 1861”. Nice green patina overall.

From Lee’s Headquarters Museum collection in Gettysburg.   [jet][ph:L]

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