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Springfield Rifle

1990.07.0003

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Basic Information

Artifact Identification Springfield Rifle   (1990.07.0003)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Science & Technology T&E
  2. :
  3. Armaments
  4. :
  5. Firearms
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period American Civil War
Date 1868 CE
Culture Euro - American

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 130.6 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 21.5 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 5.7 cm
Weight 4,323 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Metal--Silver, Plant--Wood, Animal--Skin--without Fur/Feathers/Scales
Manufacturing Processes Manufacturing, Forging, Piercing

Research Remarks

Description Under Review
Published Description N/A
Bibliography Under Review

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Paul S. Riegel
Reproduction No

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