This shell was patented in England by James Whitworth on April 23, 1855. The surface of this shell is smooth and clean with some original paint remaining in spots. There is a small number “196” in white paint on one side. The nose has sharp but rusted threads for a fuse. This is an early shell in that the rifling twist continues to a straight cut bottom. This straight cut was believed to contribute to unstable flight and was tapered on later shells.  This was meant for use in the 3-pounder Whitworth rifle.

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