Original Late 19th Century U.S. Brass Signal Cannon on Custom Wood Carriage Schwarzlose MG The regiment saw service during

The regiment saw service during the Second Boer War in South Africa

it is believed that artillerymen put this weapon to other uses

giving this medal the appearance of a proof silver coin

It features the typical felgrau (field gray) "whipcord" wool construction with a forest green band and a traditional high forward crown

It's a great example

Original Late 19th Century U.S. Brass Signal Cannon on Custom Wood Carriage Schwarzlose MG The regiment saw service duringOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice U. S. Late 19th Century custom brass Signal cannon, with a barrel reminiscent of the larger fortress guns. While the bore is only about 0. 78", these still would give a hearty thump when discharged, perfect for sending short range signals, particularly if used at sea on a small boat. We suspect that this example, after service, was then cleaned and polished, and the original carriage was either