Musket
Object number94.51.541
Made by
Springfield Armory
Date1864
MediumWalnut, Iron; Steel
Credit LineTransfer from Carnegie Museum of Natural History, gift of Anna Morland Nelson
DescriptionU.S. Model 1863 Rifle MusketDimensions2.625 x 7.25 x 55.7499 in. (6.7 x 18.4 x 141.6 cm)InscriptionsLockplate stamped "U.S. SPRINGFIELD" with eagle device, and "1864" near back of plate. Barrel breech stamped: "VP". "US" stamped on tang of buttplate
Armorer's (inspector's) cartouche stamped into stock near lock retaining screws.
Historical NotesThe model 1863 rifle musket was one of the primary Union weapons of the Civil War with total quantity produced of 273,265 units at the Springfield Armory.
Related institution
United States Army
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