This Fine Relic Has Been Sold. Thank you! U.S NAVY CORDITE or CARTRIDGE BUCKET! DATED 1904 GUARANTEED THE REAL McCOY!   Presented is a rare leather bucket from the Washington Navy Yard that was used to carry bagged propellant charges or cartridges and cordite. Cordite is a round noodle or cord shaped, slow burning propellant that was used, in the late 19th and early 20th Centuries, for firing shells of all sizes. The bucket is made of cork, covered by leather on the outside and by canvas in the inside. All the hardware is made of bronze which is a non-sparking metal making them flash proof. The charges were carried in these reusable containers from the ship's magazines or ammunition lockers to the guns.  There are numerous examples of similar buckets with the British Royal shield added for appearance that are readily available from a few hundred dollars to thousands. Most are clearly reproductions so be wary.  This is the only example of a U.S. Navy cordite or cartridge bucket that we have seen. The exterior has the number 3 stenciled on its front and is stamped Navy Yard Washington 1904 on three lines. There are no other marks. Inside of bucket showing bronze cover, cloth lining and leather bottom           PROVENANCE: Purchased in New England in the ordinary course of business at a maritime auction with no known provenance. DIMENSIONS:  Diameter 8 1/2" Height with handle 14" Weight: 5 pounds 8 oz.                                        The bottom is stamped Navy Yard Washington 1904 on three lines       SHOWN at the left is a typical, so called, British Royal Navy Ammunition or Cordite bucket: In the US, these buckets sell in price from a few hundred dollars to over $3000.00. Almost all have a Royal Service Armorial shield added to add to their sales appeal. And, very few are the real thing. They are so ubiquitous, as to be boring.                           Shown with the sliding bronze cover open                  CONDITION: The bucket only has normal abrasions, scrapes and other minor marks of age mainly around its rim and on its handle. The bronze has a natural greenish brown patina. There ar eno breaks in the stitching which is tight.   OUR UNCONDITIONAL NO NONSENSE GUARANTEE: If not completely satisfied with your purchase it may be returned within five days of receipt in its original packaging if without damage. Return items must be insured for their full value. Only a prior email authorization from us for the return is required. Shipping charges are included in this offer within the continental United States if an error is due to our fault.   SHIPPING & INSURED PACKING by FedEx Ground to the 48 contiguous States , $45.00   International buyers welcome, but inquire first. We have satisfied customers in Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Chile, Republic of China, Czech Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Denmark, Estonia, England, France, Germany, Greece, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Latvia, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Martinique, Mexico, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Nova Scotia, Panama, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, St. Maarten, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, USVI and the Eastern Caribbean. ACCEPTED FORMS OF PAYMENT are Bank wire transfer, cashier's check, or personal check in which case the item will be held until cleared. Our prices are quoted net to seller, but credit cards may be accepted through PayPal for verified members by special arrangement at an additional charge. Copyright 2014 by Land And Sea Collection™. All Rights Reserved. This rare Navy relic is a great gift, and is perfect for a collection focused on unique collectibles.