This is a civil war canteen, wrapped in canvas. On one side of the canvas cover are the initials USA, on the other side is the Division #. It was found with an 1862 Tower Musket Rifle used by the Confederate Army.
Category
Other
Medium
steel
Distinguishing marks
USA printed on one side of canvas, division company # on other side of canvas
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
round, 10 to 11 inches across
Date Period
civil war
Weight
under 2 pounds
History
This civil war canteen was found in an old broken building in northenr michigan accompanied by an 1862 confederate tower musket rifle by my grandpa