20th CENTURY REPRODUCTION OF AN AMERICAN "PEACE FLASK". Plain, bag-shaped, brass body with an embossed Heraldic Eagle, pair of clasped hands and "US" Stand of Arms. Fitted with two, triangular, wire suspension loops. Screw-secured, brass, spout base with a "Made in Italy" marked spout. Blued steel cut-off spring and a brass cutt-off lever. In overall near fine condition with lightly patinated surfaces and some verdigris at the spout and base. An nice 20th century reproduction of an American (Mexican War Period) Military Powder Flask. Info provided by http://www.ambroseantiques.com/hornsflasks.htm
Country/Region of Manufacture | Italy |
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Type | Powder Horn |
Vintage | Yes |