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Title Miniature bronze model cannon barrel
Nationality British
Period 19th century
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This (6 cm long) is a working cannon barrel, ie the touch hole is bored through and is capable of firing a small black powder charge. It is probably part of a toy cannon made in the first half of the 19th century, when there was a vogue for such rather lethal toys.

It has a medium bronze patina and is clearly a well thought out casting.

If you want to comment on this item—re quality, age, etc—please email me.


[Firearms : Cannons : British : 19th Century]

testimonials

My order arrived this morning, thanks for the prompt delivery.

Two excellent original pieces, I must say.

Buckle is in minty condition retaining so much detail esp plummage on eagle's neck and chest, like to see those 'creases' on the legs also... a beautiful example of an early O&C buckle.

Belt is very interesting, rather thin, CROUPON stamped and also behind the tongue...maybe Allegmeine but no SS markings as you state. Beautiful piece none the less.

Thanks for a speedy transaction Chris, I am very happy with my purchase :)

B M, United Kingdom, 26.10.2018

Safely arrived. Many thanks for the information. Your site is on my list of favourites.

R B, UK, 16.11.2005

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