RARE Confederate 3" Archer Artillery Shell

Description: Rare Confederate 3 Inch Archer Shell with Flame GroovesThis piece represents an exceedingly rare and significant artifact: a Confederate Archer shell. While any Archer projectile is considered a prized find, the shell variants are particularly elusive, far surpassing the rarity of their solid shot counterparts. A comparable example is illustrated on page 81 of the 1993 edition of Civil War Artillery Shells by Dickey and George. The referenced specimen depicts an earlier iteration, notable for its lack of flame grooves. In contrast, this shell is distinguished by hand-cut grooves, meticulously added to increase the probability of flame ignition reaching the fuse to ensure detonation—though, as evidenced here, these modifications often proved insufficient. The original lead sabot, once affixed to the shell's base, was expelled upon firing, revealing the three pronounced ribs encircling the base. Thus, this piece not only offers a glimpse into Confederate munitions engineering but also stands as a testament to the evolving complexities of Civil War artillery design. CROSS POSTED ON FACEBOOK MARKETPLACE $1,100 + shipping USPS PriorityDM for detailsShips USPS Priority Flat RatePayPal G&S +3%, Venmo

Price: 1110 USD

Location: Cherry Valley, New York

End Time: 2024-12-01T03:34:38.000Z

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