LOT #57346 |
Sold on Dec 12, 2009 for: Not Sold
Most Rare, 2", Two Pound Spherical Lead Ball on the Original Wood Sabot for the Woodruff Gun....
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Description
Most Rare, 2", Two Pound Spherical Lead Ball on the Original Wood Sabot for the Woodruff Gun. James Woodruff designed his 2", 256 pound gun, at the outbreak of the war, theoretically to fill the need for light guns to accompany primarily cavalry units into the field. Ripley and Scott both rejected the gun out of hand, but through political influence, and Lincoln's personal intervention, Woodruff received a government order for thirty guns. The pieces were subsequently issued to several Illinois and Iowa cavalry regiments, saw limited use, and were generally deemed ineffective. The ball exhibits aging, with a number of small dents, and remains tightly affixed to the sabot with a 3/8" wide brass strap. The sabot is perfect with dark smooth age patina. A rare opportunity to acquire a nearly non-existent Civil War artillery projectile.Auction Info
2009 December Signature Arms & Militaria Including Civil War Auction #6021 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
December, 2009
12th
Saturday
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