Original Civil War Model 1858 corrugated-pattern tin canteen, often called the “Bullseye” pattern. The body consists of two circular sections of pressed-tin soldered together at the rim. The bullseye or corrugated pattern of concentric rings began in 1861 as an effort to increase the durability of the item.

Canteen body only, no cover, no sling. There is one very slight “push” on one side, otherwise complete. Light surface rust overall. Pewter spout and strap brackets are intact. Spout has Philadelphia maker’s stamp (Hadden, Porter & Booth) as well as some other small soldier’s carvings.

Likely an early battlefield pickup. Piece of old twine tied to brackets shows it was long hung on a wall for show.  [jet] [ph:L]

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