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Connecticut Historical Society collection, 1950.571.0  © 2014 The Connecticut Historical Societ…
Powder Flask
Connecticut Historical Society collection, 1950.571.0 © 2014 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Powder Flask

Datemid 19th-late 19th century
MediumBrass
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
Object number1950.571.0
MarkingsStamped mark of "DIXON" on both side of the flask. NotesMaker Note: The flask is marked "DIXON", and research indicates that James Dixon and Sons of Sheffield, England manufactured powder flasks along with silver and other items. So far no other flasks with the same mark have been found, so the maker is an attribution. Further research is needed. (Lee 2/26/2014)
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