Title: Antique Percussion Cap Signal Cannon, Saluting Cannon on Carriage
Date/Period: 19th Century
Measurement: Overall length: 19"; width: 5"; height: 6.5", barrel: 14.5”
Material: Cast iron, wood, and painted
Condition: The hammer is compromised, retains nipple, bore is dirty
Additional Information: Muzzle molding, about 80-caliber bore; hardwood carriage
made from solid block displays very old moss-green paint over black. The barrel is
secured to carriage by a heavy wrought iron strap. The base is solid [no rot], appears to
have been aboard a sailing vessel based on surface color and patina.
$785.00
331-14
