Flintlock Pennsylvania Rifle, circa 1810
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Artifact Overview
This is a splendid example of a Pennsylvania-made long rifle, a specialty of German immigrant communities. With over forty decorative inlays depicting eagles, shields, hearts, and abstract decorations, this rifle is an elaborate work of art, no doubt viewed with pride by its owner, perhaps a member of a Pennsylvania militia.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Rifle (Long gun)
Date Made
circa 1810
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Attributed to M. Miller of South Hamburg, Pennsylvania
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
61.157.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Maple (Wood)
Hickory (Wood)
Steel (Alloy)
Brass (Alloy)
Silver (Metal)
Dimensions
Length: 64 in
Inscriptions
Lock marked: PORTER
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