Priming Flask, Powder Measure, and Suspension Cords

Algerian

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The tools and accessories necessary for firing and maintaining a firearm were often made of the same materials. These luxuriously decorated accessories originally accompanied coral-inlaid firearms. One of the silver-gilt mounts bears an Algerian hallmark, confirming its place of manufacture.

Priming Flask, Powder Measure, and Suspension Cords, Silver, gold, steel, coral, textile, Algerian

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