Pre-Civil War British 12-Pounder Shell
Item: Pre-Civil War British 12-Pounder Shell
Gun: Mortars and howitzers.
Construction: Cast iron shell.
Fuzing: Wooden time, fixed composition.
Approximate size: Weight: 6.8 pounds. Diameter: 4.40 inches.
Condition: Very good, excavated. The shell's surface is minimally pitting and does not appear to have been coated. The shell has been deactivated and there are no repairs.
Recovered: A Virginia recovery but specifically unknown.
Reference: Similar examples are found in the following reference books:
- "Encyclopedia of Black Powder Artillery Projectiles Found in North America; 1759-1865 / Volume II / Identifying Black Powder Projectiles, Fuses and Spherical Projectiles" by Colonel John F. Biemeck, on page 402, item 4.45-BR-SH-11.
See above pages in the additional images.
Comments: Colonel John F. Biemeck has extensively covered artillery projectiles found in North America dating to 1759-1865 in four massive volumes thus far, with an additional volume on the way. This shell was inspected by him who concluded that it was indeed British. According to his listing in the above-mentioned reference book under Remarks he states: "It is possible that this shell was exported to the Confederacy".
Also, regarding 12-Pounder British projectiles, he writes: "The 12-pounder was a popular for field artillery and use aboard naval vessels. 12-pounder projectiles were produced in shot, common shell, mortar/howitzer shell and spherical case shot. It was fired from guns, howitzers, carronades and mortars. It was used in all American campaigns and was the most common caliber encountered at War of 1812 land battle sites."
Read about Colonel Biemeck by clicking his name in the highlighted link above. This British shell will also be an excellent addition to any excavated artillery or general relic collection.
- Product Code:
- PC10763
- Price:
- $250.00
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