#12084 - Union Bullseye canteen
This is an original Union "bullseye" canteen with concentric rings from early in Civil War. No maker's markings. A slight pinch to zinc spout. The three carry loops are still present. (No cloth cover) It was painted for display with a white casein type paint. It could be stripped back to tin but I leave it as found. It was plucked from the rafters of an old house in New Hampshire years ago by a dealer cleaning out the place. No other history known. Minor push to one side. Seams solid.
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