US 18th Century, Large, Musket Size Powder Horn
This item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has been sold and is no longer available for purchase.
Sold for: $225.00

Original era manufacture. A large pattern powder horn measuring 16 inches stem to stern. Hand fitted wooden plug at one end with a brass finial, the pointed end has been nicely carved with two concentric rings, and tapering to a nicely formed spout. Nice vintage patina, with no issues.  During the Battle of Gettysburg, local resident John Burns, a War of 1812 veteran, fought with the Union troops on July 1st 1863. He left his home in Gettysburg armed with his flintlock musket and powder horn, to do battle with Lee's Army of Northern Virginia.