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Two used brass percussion caps

Object No. 2011/82/1-12

Percussion caps (2), from a Potts & Hunt double barrelled carbine, brass, maker unknown, possibly made in England, found at site of a Native Police camp, Wondai Gumbal, Queensland, Australia, 1851-1859

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Summary

Physical Description

Two used brass percussion caps, each with four arms joined at centre with ends bent upwards. One is damaged, with one arm nearly detached. The other has marks of firing on the reverse.

HISTORY

Notes

Found at Wondai Gumbal, Queensland, Australia.

SOURCE

Acquisition Date

13 September 2011

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