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Old 12th March 2020, 03:43 PM   #1
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Default Powder horn and unidentified object

Hi there,

I just got those two object. Can anyone date the powder horn? I think it should be 16th to 17th century?!

It came with this 35cm long "ramrod" but actually I really doubt it is a ramrod. It is made from iron. The tip in form of a stylized lion is made from brass.

Would be great if someone can identify those pieces.

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Old 12th March 2020, 07:51 PM   #2
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Hi Andreas,
Just a suggestion about the "ramrod"......could it be a spike for clearing the touch hole of a cannon?
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Old 12th March 2020, 08:10 PM   #3
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That spike/rod is too large in diameter to enter the vent of an artillery piece.
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Thanks for the comments! Anyone else an idea about this piece?
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The shape of the unknown object is very similar to a butchers' steel for sharpening knives.
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Old 15th March 2020, 11:29 AM   #6
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I think for a butcherīs steel the lion (which tahn would be the hilt) is too small. Also the shape of the lionīs "noise" wouldnīt make sens then, as it semms to be supposed to push something.
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