Percussion pistol

Manufacturer C. Sharps & Co.

Trademark Sharps

Inscriptionscarcasse, d. : C, SSHARPS & Co, P A; carcasse, g. : C. SHARPS, PATENT 1859

Marks or LabelsCarcasse : C. SHARPS & CO. PHILADA, PA., C. SHARPS PATENT 1859

Date 1859-1874

Medium / Technique Metal: steel, bronze, iron; latex; resin: gutta percha

DimensionsHeight: 1.7 cm (11/16 in.) Barrel: 6.4 cm (2 1/2 in.) Width: 9 cm (3 9/16 in.) Length: 21.3 cm (8 3/8 in.) Weight: 0.3 kg (0.7 lb.)

ClassificationTools & Equipment for Science & Technology - Armaments - Firearms

Origin Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North America

Object Number1974.24.180

DivisionMaterial Culture - Military Objects and Weapons

CollectionStewart

CreditGift of Canadian Industries Limited (CIL)

Status

Not on view

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