Cartridge box

Date1760-1800

MediumLeather and white pine

DimensionsOH: 7"; OW: 10 1/2"; OD: 3"

Credit LineGift of Earl W. and Eleanor G. Sargent.

Object number1977-211

DescriptionRectangular leather pouch, rounded at front, sewn together at all sides, with large flap at front that fastens by means of a leather strap and thong; interior composed of rectangular white pine block with chamfered front corners, with 24 cartridge holes in three rows; five original cartridges in original packing survive in box; long leather strap attached to rear of box in two places.
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ProvenanceMr. & Mrs. Earle W. Sargent, Greenville, SC