Original U.S. Civil War Copper Batty Peace Powder Flask by American Flask & Cap Company
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Original Item. Only One Available. This is a great example of the US rifle powder flask known to collectors as the Peace Flask. These flasks were produced by Batty, American Flask & Cap Co., and Ames from the early 1840s through the mid-1850s, for use with the US Model 1817 “Common” Rifle and the US Model 1841 “Mississippi” Rifles. The flasks received their nickname due to the embossed motif of two hands shaking, surrounded by a ring of stars. The flask also has the American Eagle and panoply of flags and arms motifs embossed on the body.
This example is an American Flask & Cap Co. example as stamped on the cap. The flask has a lovely patina and shows heavy use over the years. It’s in great shape minus missing the very top of the cap missing and some nicks and dings on the body. The flask measures roughly 9⅜” long.
The flask has a very attractive look and although it appears to have seen service, it was not abused. This is an extremely attractive, complete and correct Peace Flask that would be a great addition to your Common Rifle or Mississippi Rifle display. If you are only going to have one flask in your collection of 19th Century US militaria, the Peace Flask is the best known and the most recognizable example that you could have. Comes ready for further research and display.
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