Early Black Powder Horn with Collection Numbers | Historic Militaria | Circa 18th – Early 19th Century

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Historic 18th–early 19th century powder horn made from natural animal horn with wooden stopper and fitted base.
Rotating view of an 18th–early 19th century historic powder horn made from natural animal horn with wooden stopper, fitted base, and original inventory markings.
Antique powder horn with curved natural horn body, turned wooden stopper, and aged patina.
Early firearms accoutrement powder horn showing centuries-old wear and original inventory markings.
Historic powder horn from the black powder era with wooden fittings and museum collection numbers.
Colonial or European powder horn crafted from animal horn, used for musket and flintlock powder storage.
18th century black powder horn displaying natural striations, handling wear, and archival labels.
Antique powder horn with domed wooden base and rich time-softened patina from prolonged use.
Authentic black powder horn used for flintlock firearms, Europe or Colonial North America, c.1700s–1800s.
  • Historic 18th–early 19th century powder horn made from natural animal horn with wooden stopper and fitted base.
  • Rotating view of an 18th–early 19th century historic powder horn made from natural animal horn with wooden stopper, fitted base, and original inventory markings.
  • Antique powder horn with curved natural horn body, turned wooden stopper, and aged patina.
  • Early firearms accoutrement powder horn showing centuries-old wear and original inventory markings.
  • Historic powder horn from the black powder era with wooden fittings and museum collection numbers.
  • Colonial or European powder horn crafted from animal horn, used for musket and flintlock powder storage.
  • 18th century black powder horn displaying natural striations, handling wear, and archival labels.
  • Antique powder horn with domed wooden base and rich time-softened patina from prolonged use.
  • Authentic black powder horn used for flintlock firearms, Europe or Colonial North America, c.1700s–1800s.
Historic 18th–early 19th century powder horn made from natural animal horn with wooden stopper and fitted base.
Rotating view of an 18th–early 19th century historic powder horn made from natural animal horn with wooden stopper, fitted base, and original inventory markings.
Antique powder horn with curved natural horn body, turned wooden stopper, and aged patina.
Early firearms accoutrement powder horn showing centuries-old wear and original inventory markings.
Historic powder horn from the black powder era with wooden fittings and museum collection numbers.
Colonial or European powder horn crafted from animal horn, used for musket and flintlock powder storage.
18th century black powder horn displaying natural striations, handling wear, and archival labels.
Antique powder horn with domed wooden base and rich time-softened patina from prolonged use.
Authentic black powder horn used for flintlock firearms, Europe or Colonial North America, c.1700s–1800s.

Early Black Powder Horn with Collection Numbers | Historic Militaria | Circa 18th – Early 19th Century

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Europe or Colonial North America
Material: Natural animal horn with turned wooden stopper and hand-applied fittings
Period: Circa 18th – early 19th Century

Description

This authentic historic powder horn is a finely preserved example of early firearms accoutrements, traditionally used to store and dispense black powder for muskets and flintlock firearms. Crafted from a naturally curved animal horn, the vessel features a fitted wooden stopper at the spout and a domed wooden base secured at the wider end—both showing clear signs of age and hand craftsmanship.

The surface displays a rich, time-softened patina with natural striations, wear patterns, and handling marks consistent with prolonged historical use. Notably, the horn retains original museum or inventory collection numbers, including labels marked “1258” and “804”, indicating its former inclusion in an institutional, archival, or documented private collection. Such markings strongly enhance the historical integrity and traceability of the piece.

Powder horns were indispensable tools for soldiers, hunters, and frontiersmen, forming an essential part of daily life during the age of black powder firearms.

Features

- Authentic historic black powder horn

- Natural horn body with classic curved profile

- Turned wooden stopper and fitted wooden base

- Original historic collection / inventory numbers present (“1258” and “804”)

- Deep, honest patina with age-consistent wear

Cultural Significance

Powder horns are iconic artifacts of the early modern world, closely associated with military service, frontier life, hunting, and colonial expansion. Often carried by soldiers and civilians alike, they represent a pivotal period in technological and social history when firearms reshaped warfare and daily survival. 

Condition

Very fine historic condition. Expected surface wear, abrasions, and patination consistent with age and use. Wood elements remain intact and secure. No modern alterations observed. Inventory labels are original and preserved.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Length: 14 in

Age

Estimated approximately 200–300 years old

Learn More

Learn about the history, function, and cultural importance of powder horns in early American frontier and military life at Powder Horns – National Park Service

Explore more authentic historical combat artifacts, weapons, and accoutrements in our curated Ancient Combat Artifacts, Armor & Weapons Collection

Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Europe or Colonial North America
Material: Natural animal horn with turned wooden stopper and hand-applied fittings
Period: Circa 18th – early 19th Century

Description

This authentic historic powder horn is a finely preserved example of early firearms accoutrements, traditionally used to store and dispense black powder for muskets and flintlock firearms. Crafted from a naturally curved animal horn, the vessel features a fitted wooden stopper at the spout and a domed wooden base secured at the wider end—both showing clear signs of age and hand craftsmanship.

The surface displays a rich, time-softened patina with natural striations, wear patterns, and handling marks consistent with prolonged historical use. Notably, the horn retains original museum or inventory collection numbers, including labels marked “1258” and “804”, indicating its former inclusion in an institutional, archival, or documented private collection. Such markings strongly enhance the historical integrity and traceability of the piece.

Powder horns were indispensable tools for soldiers, hunters, and frontiersmen, forming an essential part of daily life during the age of black powder firearms.

Features

- Authentic historic black powder horn

- Natural horn body with classic curved profile

- Turned wooden stopper and fitted wooden base

- Original historic collection / inventory numbers present (“1258” and “804”)

- Deep, honest patina with age-consistent wear

Cultural Significance

Powder horns are iconic artifacts of the early modern world, closely associated with military service, frontier life, hunting, and colonial expansion. Often carried by soldiers and civilians alike, they represent a pivotal period in technological and social history when firearms reshaped warfare and daily survival. 

Condition

Very fine historic condition. Expected surface wear, abrasions, and patination consistent with age and use. Wood elements remain intact and secure. No modern alterations observed. Inventory labels are original and preserved.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Length: 14 in

Age

Estimated approximately 200–300 years old

Learn More

Learn about the history, function, and cultural importance of powder horns in early American frontier and military life at Powder Horns – National Park Service

Explore more authentic historical combat artifacts, weapons, and accoutrements in our curated Ancient Combat Artifacts, Armor & Weapons Collection

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