Original U.S. Civil War Era Small Naval Signal & Salute Iron Cannon on Wooden Carriage Spade Grip Assembly Overall Length: 55

Overall Length: 55

This particular example is in great shape with consistent and honest wear throughout

Ammunition was fed by a spring forced spiral double-drum containing 75 rounds total (not 150 as is often mistaken)

The circular bowl shaped helmet is fully surrounded with a chain mail coif leaving an opening for the face

Original U.S. Civil War Era Small Naval Signal & Salute Iron Cannon on Wooden Carriage Spade Grip Assembly Overall Length: 55Original Item: Only One Available. Signal cannons, also referred to as salute cannons, were used aboard ship and on land to make salutes, to warn of danger and to attract attention in the case of an emergency. They were also used to start yacht races. These cannons were generally cast in the style of the period to which they belong. Personal cannons can also fall into this category. These miniatures were popular in the East Indies starting in the 16th