A cast version of a Napoleonic mortar with GR cypher, indicating English use. Cylindrical chamber. Affixed to a solid wood block with a hewn out insert for the cannon, with brackets retained by wedges for the firing sequence. Carry handles on either side. No maker marks observed. CONDITION: Brass has a deep untouched patina, with some verdigris forming around touch hole and tube. Casting flaws visible throughout. Sled has some handling marks and evidence of use throughout, with a few chips at edges. Air flows freely through touch hole. EMW Name Value Paperwork
A cast version of a Napoleonic mortar with GR cypher, indicating English use. Cylindrical chamber. Affixed to a solid wood block with a hewn out insert for the cannon, with brackets retained by wedges for the firing sequence. Carry handles on either side. No maker marks observed. CONDITION: Brass has a deep untouched patina, with some verdigris forming around touch hole and tube. Casting flaws visible throughout. Sled has some handling marks and evidence of use throughout, with a few chips at edges. Air flows freely through touch hole. EMW Name Value Paperwork
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