Breechloading Cannon

Spanish

15th century; mounting modern

Not on view

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Title: Breechloading Cannon
Date: 15th century; mounting modern
Geography: Seville
Culture: Spanish
Medium: Iron
Dimensions: L. 37 in. (94 cm); L. of barrel 22 in. (55.9 cm); Cal. of muzzle 4.625 in. (105 mm); Cal. of breech 2 7/16 in. (63 mm); Diam. of muzzle 5 1/4 in. (13.3 cm); Diam. of breech 4 1/4 in. (10.8 cm) Wt. 110 lb. (49.9 kg)
Classification: Firearms-Cannon
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1917
Object Number: 17.109
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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