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Spanish Colonial Army Cartouche Holder

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:375.00 USD Estimated At:750.00 - 1,500.00 USD
Spanish Colonial Army Cartouche Holder
Spanish Colonial Army 18th to early 19th century cartouche for holding linen. Made of leather with long fringe, painted and embroidered in simple decorative design. Each side has 10 folds with expansion appear to have held 10 large size charges for musket in each of the two pouches. Would have hung from belt or over a saddle. Approximately 60” from end to end when stretched out. Minor deterioration and flaking to leather but very good for its age. Out of a museum type collection recently found in France.