Gunpowder Flask
Maker and role
James Dixon & Sons (estab. 1806, closed Post 1887), Maker
Production date
Circa 1851-1879
See full details
Object detail
Media/Materials
Copper, bronze
Measurements
7 1/2 x 2 1/2" (19.1 x 6.4cm)
Description
Some of the earliest metal powder flasks had bag shapes like this item. The shape also proved one of the most consistently popular with customers over time. This flask was made by James Dixon & Sons during the latter half of the nineteenth century. Bag-shaped flasks held less powder than standard pear-shaped containers and were often sold to be used specifically with pistols.
Gunpowder was sold in bulk and gunpowder flasks were used to carry gunpowder when out in the field.
Gunpowder was sold in bulk and gunpowder flasks were used to carry gunpowder when out in the field.
Collection
Object number
54G1/G76-381
Currently on display?
Maker
Public comments
Be the first to comment on this object record.