Chris Posted August 21, 2021 Share #1 Posted August 21, 2021 I just acquired a back pack marked 24th Sep. Co. (NY inside) and a haversack. But this was with them. I have no idea what it is, or if it has anything to do with the Civil War. Can anyone give me some input on this? Thanks so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikie Posted August 21, 2021 Share #2 Posted August 21, 2021 I can honestly say I have never seen anything remotely like it. If it's military, someone on this forum will know what it is. Good luck with the ID. Mikie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USCapturephotos Posted August 22, 2021 Share #3 Posted August 22, 2021 What is the diameter? I’m curious myself. Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Posted August 22, 2021 Author Share #4 Posted August 22, 2021 The metal tube, just above the fluted wood base, is 3" in diameter. I didn't know if it was a container for a shell, or someting like that? But I can't imagine what the wood end would be for. It's just odd. But someone obviously kept the three items together deliberately. Weird! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Posted August 22, 2021 Author Share #5 Posted August 22, 2021 By the way, the wood end has a "12" stamped in it. I see no other markings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Posted August 22, 2021 Author Share #6 Posted August 22, 2021 Also, the pack is marked "14th" Sep. Co., not 24th - typo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USCapturephotos Posted August 22, 2021 Share #7 Posted August 22, 2021 Is it possible that it’s an empty canister round? Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USCapturephotos Posted August 22, 2021 Share #8 Posted August 22, 2021 That size is what I expected. You’ll figure it out I’m sure! Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave peifer Posted August 22, 2021 Share #9 Posted August 22, 2021 yes,a fired 3 in.canister projectile.i'd say 1890's period,i'll look in my books for the nomenclature....................dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Posted August 22, 2021 Author Share #10 Posted August 22, 2021 I found an image online of a Confederate 12lb cannister shot. It looks similar to this including the exterior color. I am having trouble downloading the image, but I think you guys are right about the cannister shot case. I hope we can get a positive ID and date range! Thanks for all the help so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CavalryCombatant Posted August 22, 2021 Share #11 Posted August 22, 2021 Found this one online, looks extremely similar. From the description: ” SOLD! for $576.00. (Note: Prices realized include a buyer's premium.) If you have items like this you wish to consign, click here for more information: SELLING WITH CASE Low Estimate: $300.00 High Estimate: $350.00 Realized: $576.00 Share this: U.S. Civil War Canister Round or Oval Grape Projector for 3-inch ordnance rifles, this example likely used for the Parrott rifle. Intact with the exception of the powder bag which would have been on the back of the sabot. 8 1/2" L. Approx. 10 pounds. 3rd quarter 19th century. Provenance: Private Florida collection. CONDITION: Powder bag not present. General wear consistent with age. ” Might be different though. Edit: Looking back, yours might be bigger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Posted August 22, 2021 Author Share #12 Posted August 22, 2021 You nailed it! That's it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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