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Antique 1800's Cast Iron Firing Cannon

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:500.00 - 1,500.00 USD
Antique 1800's Cast Iron Firing Cannon
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This is an antique cast iron firing cannon from the late 1800's. The cannon is marked "Pat'd Apr. 10, 1877". The patent was filed by Freeman Swallow for "Improvement in Breech Loading Ordnance". The cannon was used to fire metallic pistol cartridges, believed to be .32 caliber. The cannon shows good condition. Firing condition has not been determined due to age. The cannon measures 9.5" x 14.5" and is 6.75" tall.