This Fine Cannon Has Been Sold. Thank you! ANTIQUE IRON NAVAL SIGNAL CANNON Ca 1885 Made in the style of their period or replicating their larger brethren, small signal cannons were generally used on ship and on shore to make salutes, to warn of danger, and to attract attention in the case of an emergency. They were also used to start yacht races.    Presented is an iron, breech loading naval signal cannon on an iron carriage. Its design resembles the Hotchkiss 3 and 6 pounders of 1885 and also others such as a single shell Maxim-Nordenfelt of the same era. The carriage was originally painted and the finish is heavily crackled. The tube has a dark greenish grey to black patination The signal cannon is a miniature iron, breech loader, on an iron carriage. LOA 18 inches, Bore 13 mm, weighing 14 lbs. It is a functioning miniature likely made by a foundry as a sample of how the full size cannon would appear. It was designed for black powder and the touch hole appears in a number of photos. It was also suitable as a signal or salute cannon.  It may be a Hotchkiss or foundry sample such as the picture on the left which is a museum display and not for sale. It is shown for the similarity in design.   The proportions are typical of a British warship's smaller deck guns. This represents a fine example of an iron miniature working cannon with excellent detail and proportions. However, it is being sold as an antique display piece and should not be fired without having a gunsmith inspect it.     OFFERED FOR DISPLAY ONLY. SHOULD NOT BE FIRED We estimate its age as at least 126 years old.   CONDITION: The cannon shows marks of its age, but is in overall fine condition. Note in the pictures of the breech that the cascabal has a crack. This does not affect the functionality of the cannon.However, it is sold for display only. The trunnions are cast as part of the barrel which is customary and the trunnion caps are present. There are no mold marks or inscriptions.   DIMENSIONS:   Iron Cannon              18"           Length overall  Length barrel             14 1/2"     Bore                         13 MM Diameter at muzzle     1“            Diameter at breech      2“ Diameter at 2nd step  1 1/8“      Weight of cannon        14 pounds     This exceedingly fine example is being sold for display purposes only, and no attempt should be made to fire it.                              13 MM Bore                                     Breech Plug                          Elevation wheel SHIPPING & PACKING: The cost of shipping, packing, handling, and insurance to your destination, will be calculated after the auction and is an additional charge. You may email us before bidding to get these costs. We price our shipping honestly, but we expect to be reimbursed for the nominal cost of packaging materials and handling. OUR UNCONDITIONAL NO NONSENSE GUARANTEE: If not completely satisfied with your purchase it may be returned, if without damage, within three days of receipt in its original packaging. Return items must be insured for their full value. Only a prior email authorization by us for the return is required. Shipping charges are  included in this offer within the continental United States if the error is due to our fault. International buyers welcome, but inquire first.  You are responsible for knowing whether this article can be shipped to your country. We have satisfied customers in Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Chile, China, Czech Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Denmark, Estonia, England, France, Germany, Greece, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Latvia, Luxembourg, Martinique, Mexico, New Zealand, Norway, Nova Scotia, Panama, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Singapore, 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. No checks from overseas buyers, no credit cards or PayPal accepted on this item.   Copyright 2011 by Land And Sea Collection™, All Rights Reserved