Powderhorn - Possibly Silver & Horn/Shell - Engraved and a Small Marking/Hallmark

By angela_hulican, 4 May, 2012
Description

Powder-Horn - unsure if this is antique or replica or a powder-horn at all?

Found many years ago on the bank of the River Mersey - near Liverpool, UK.

Item looks like it is mainly some some of horn/shell/bone and is embellished with what looks like silver.  Has some cracks to the main 'horn'.

Chain attaches to each end.

There is a small marking/hallmark - under a magnifying glass it looks like a 'A' sign with arrows on the edge of the legs. See pictures for this.

Category
Militaria
Medium
Horn/Shell & Silver
Distinguishing marks
Small hallmark
Condition
Fair
Size and dimensions of this item
Approx 20cm in diameter
Date Period
Unknown
Weight
105g
History
Possible powder-horn, unsure if this is a replica? Or a powder-horn at all? I found this item in the sand on the bank of the River Mersey (on the Wirral, opposite Liverpool, UK) - this was approx 1986/1987
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
None
For Sale?
No
Photos