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Gunpowder flask

Gunpowder flask

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Titles: Gunpowder flask (Supplied title)

Description: Small zinc gunpowder flask with a die stamped image of a couchant dog and foliate scrolls. The flask also has a brass externally-sprung patent charger. The flask was used during the Civil War by John M. Chapin of the 8th Minnesota Regiment, Company B.

Dates

  • Not earlier than 1830 - Not later than 1860 (Creation)
  • Not earlier than 1861 - Not later than 1865 (Civil War) (Use)

Creation

Identifiers

  • Accession Number: 9821.2

Notes

  • This is an example of an armament accessory used during the U.S. Civil War.

Holding Type: 3D Objects

Quantity: 1 item

Format

  • Content Category: artifacts

Measurements

  • 13.5 centimeters height
  • 6.6 centimeters width
  • 3.1 centimeters depth

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Gunpowder flask

Collections items are not for sale.
A reproduction can be purchased.