Bullet-struck Prussian Musket from the Hornets Nest at Shiloh

Description:

Bullet-struck Prussian Musket from the Hornets Nestat Shiloh, c. 1862, cut-down Prussian Model 1809 Potsdam musket with a brass plaque on the right side of the butt that says "Musket from the 'Hornets Nest'/Shiloh Church Battlefield/April 6-7 1862/Post GAR 18 Shelbyville," with a bullet strike on the left side of the stock in front of the side plate, and one on the right side of the stock in front of the lock, a ball secured in the spot, overall lg. 49 1/4 in.
Estimate $2,000-3,000

Gun is in relic condition with some rust and damage.


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