This is a well-made swivel gun with crown relief on top of first reinforce. Banded tapered tube measures 29” and about 34 ½” including cascabel. Measures 10” wide at trunnions with a 15” yoke. This is a typical gun that would be found on many maritime vessels in the late 18^th century and early 19^th century to protect cargos against pirates or other risks. Maritime insurers of the era such as Lloyds in London required merchant vessels to be armed with such cannon. This is a fine cannon that displays well on its original swivel yoke that is not often retained.  No serial number.

Provenance:  Springfield Arsenal, LLC Artillery Collection.

Condition:  Good to very good overall, with heavy pitting under black paint. Bore is clear though rusted and pitted.

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