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THB18th C. American Iron Cannonball from Chesapeake Bay
Lot 211
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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North America, United States, ca. 18th to 19th century CE. An iron cannonball discovered in the Chesapeake Bay of Virginia. This 2 lb. (0.90 Kg) cannon ball was likely used as a projectile for a naval battle and is displayed with in a wooden and glass case with a brass label plaque. The Chesapeake Bay was the site of many major battles throughout history. During the American Revolutionary War, the Battle of Chesapeake marked the defeat of British forces. During the War of 1812, British ships raided and attacked the towns and the US Navy in the bay, until they were able to land - ultimately leading to the US capitol fire. In 1862, the bay then witnessed one of the most historical events - The Battle of the Ironclads - this was the first time the world had witnessed armored ships and they marked a new era of engineering in naval warfare. This cannonball certainly saw military action in one of these historic battles! Size of cannonball: 2.3" Diameter (5.8 cm); case: 6.25" L x 6.25" W x 5" H (15.9 cm x 15.9 cm x 12.7 cm); weight 907.18 grams
Provenance: private Glorieta, New Mexico, USA collection
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Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.
#164741Minor surface abrasions and pitting as expected with age and exposure to the elements. Russet patina and intact! Displayed in modern wooden and glass case with a label plaque.Condition
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