AMES 1861-DATED BRONZE 12 POUNDER MOUNTAIN HOWITZER REGISTRY NUMBER 1.

SN 1. Not only is this a beautiful Mountain Howitzer Tube it is also the first Mountain Howitzer made by Ames during the Civil War. This gun is beautifully marked with the date of manufacture being the first year of the Civil War, 1861. Our consignor describes this gun, “The registry number “1” indicates that this was the very first piece of this type delivered by Ames on a 12-piece contract in 1861. It was inspected by George Thatcher Balch. Twelve-pounder mountain howitzers were used in famous engagements in the Mexican War and to some extent in the Civil War, especially in mountainous terrain and in the West. They saw much use in the Indian Wars. They were greatly feared by the Indians, who called them ‘gun that shoots twice’ apparently in recognition of the second report produced by the howitzer’s exploding shell. The piece was designed to fire only anti-personnel ammunition, consisting of either explosive shell, spherical case shot, or canister. The piece is chambered, as are most muzzleloading howitzers.”. This is a fine example of one of the most popular Civil War cannon with bbl weight of only 223 pounds and overall bbl length of about 37″ with carriages simply made that can display inside any collection quite easily. There are only two orig carriages noted as surviving. PROVENANCE: Ken Kolt. Springfield Arsenal, LLC Artillery Collection. CONDITION: Very good overall. Good markings and patina. Numerous small nicks and scratches which do not affect aesthetics. 4-54109 JS141 (30,000-50,000) – Lot 1387

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Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1387	$63,250.00	AMES 1861-DATED BRONZE 12 POUNDER MOUNTAIN HOWITZER REGISTRY NUMBER 1. SN 1. Not only is this a beautiful Mountain Howitzer Tube it is also the first Mountain Howitzer made by Ames during the Civil War. This gun is beautifully marked with the date of manufacture being the first year of the Civil War, 1861. Our consignor describes this gun, “The registry number “1” indicates that this was the very first piece of this type delivered by Ames on a 12-piece contract in 1861. It was inspected by George Thatcher Balch. Twelve-pounder mountain howitzers were used in famous engagements in the Mexican War and to some extent in the Civil War, especially in mountainous terrain and in the West. They saw much use in the Indian Wars. They were greatly feared by the Indians, who called them ‘gun that shoots twice’ apparently in recognition of the second report produced by the howitzer’s exploding shell. The piece was designed to fire only anti-personnel ammunition, consisting of either explosive shell, spherical case shot, or canister. The piece is chambered, as are most muzzleloading howitzers.”. This is a fine example of one of the most popular Civil War cannon with bbl weight of only 223 pounds and overall bbl length of about 37″ with carriages simply made that can display inside any collection quite easily. There are only two orig carriages noted as surviving. PROVENANCE: Ken Kolt. Springfield Arsenal, LLC Artillery Collection. CONDITION: Very good overall. Good markings and patina. Numerous small nicks and scratches which do not affect aesthetics. 4-54109 JS141 (30,000-50,000) – Lot 1387 Click here to view provenance Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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AMES 1861-DATED BRONZE 12 POUNDER MOUNTAIN HOWITZER REGISTRY NUMBER 1.