RARE CIVIL WAR REGULATION 3-INCH PARROTT RIFLE ON CARRIAGE.

SN 97. Robert Parker Parrott, a US Captain of Ordnance designed this cannon just prior to the Civil War. His design with a unique wrought iron reinforcing band at breech that became a standard product at the West Point Foundry where US government cannon were made. These cannon were made in several sizes with the 10-pounder being among one of the most popular of the Civil War field pieces. Originally these cannon were made in 2.9” and had designation of model 1861. Near war’s end US Ordnance design had changed bore dia to 3” to be more in line with other 10-pound rifles such as the work-horse 3” Ordnance rifles. Part of this change occurred due to 3” ammunition being issued to a Parrott battery during the Battle of Gettysburg which looks almost identical. Three of the Parrott guns became disabled when the projectiles wedged in the bores. This most likely was not an uncommon occurrence. New production of 3” Parrott rifles proceeded in earnest in early 1864 with about 250 guns being made that year. This is one such rare example. Boldly marked on breech above cascabel “3 IN. BORE”. This cannon also has large US surcharge on top of bbl between trunnions and muzzle is marked with maker, bore, inspector, date of manufacture, weight and SN “NO.97.1864.W.P.F”. (West Point Foundry) “3.IN.” “R.M.H.” (inspector Richard M. Hill) “880” (pounds)”. There are about 30 surviving examples of the 3-inch Parrott rifle of which 20 are owned by the National Park Service and only 9 are listed as privately owned in Hazlett, Olmstead & Parks Field Artillery Weapons of the Civil War. PROVENANCE: Adams County, PA farmer. Wax Museum, Gettysburg, PA. Springfield Arsenal, LLC Artillery Collection. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Black painted bbl and carriage irons. Other carriage components are OD painted with numerous chips and blemishes to paint. Bbl exhibits iron patina under paint where exposed with typical light pitting. Markings are very sharp and easily discerned as can be seen in photos. Bore exhibits well defined rifling with pitting and rust. There is a raised 1” peep sight which is a recent addition to sight with orig trunnion sight which is still attached. Carriage is sound and solid being a very exacting reproduction made totally of metal for display outside. 4-54240 JS242 (30,000-40,000) – Lot 1396

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Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1396	$37,375.00	RARE CIVIL WAR REGULATION 3-INCH PARROTT RIFLE ON CARRIAGE. SN 97. Robert Parker Parrott, a US Captain of Ordnance designed this cannon just prior to the Civil War. His design with a unique wrought iron reinforcing band at breech that became a standard product at the West Point Foundry where US government cannon were made. These cannon were made in several sizes with the 10-pounder being among one of the most popular of the Civil War field pieces. Originally these cannon were made in 2.9” and had designation of model 1861. Near war’s end US Ordnance design had changed bore dia to 3” to be more in line with other 10-pound rifles such as the work-horse 3” Ordnance rifles. Part of this change occurred due to 3” ammunition being issued to a Parrott battery during the Battle of Gettysburg which looks almost identical. Three of the Parrott guns became disabled when the projectiles wedged in the bores. This most likely was not an uncommon occurrence. New production of 3” Parrott rifles proceeded in earnest in early 1864 with about 250 guns being made that year. This is one such rare example. Boldly marked on breech above cascabel “3 IN. BORE”. This cannon also has large US surcharge on top of bbl between trunnions and muzzle is marked with maker, bore, inspector, date of manufacture, weight and SN “NO.97.1864.W.P.F”. (West Point Foundry) “3.IN.” “R.M.H.” (inspector Richard M. Hill) “880” (pounds)”. There are about 30 surviving examples of the 3-inch Parrott rifle of which 20 are owned by the National Park Service and only 9 are listed as privately owned in Hazlett, Olmstead & Parks Field Artillery Weapons of the Civil War. PROVENANCE: Adams County, PA farmer. Wax Museum, Gettysburg, PA. Springfield Arsenal, LLC Artillery Collection. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Black painted bbl and carriage irons. Other carriage components are OD painted with numerous chips and blemishes to paint. Bbl exhibits iron patina under paint where exposed with typical light pitting. Markings are very sharp and easily discerned as can be seen in photos. Bore exhibits well defined rifling with pitting and rust. There is a raised 1” peep sight which is a recent addition to sight with orig trunnion sight which is still attached. Carriage is sound and solid being a very exacting reproduction made totally of metal for display outside. 4-54240 JS242 (30,000-40,000) – Lot 1396 Video: Loading a Civil War Cannon Into a Trailer 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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RARE CIVIL WAR REGULATION 3-INCH PARROTT RIFLE ON CARRIAGE.