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- Musketball MouldThis type of musketball mould was made pre-1830 or earlier and would have been used during that time. An iron, plier-like tool with two handles. At the end of each handle is a semi-spherical mould. When brought together the moulds create a complete sphere, except for a small circular opening …This type of musketball mould was made pre-1830 or earlier and would have been used during that time. An iron, plier-like tool with two handles. At the end of each …
- Leather Fire BucketA leather bucket used to put out fires. This type bucket was used in the 1820's and may have been from the St.Catharines area. The black, leather bucket is approximately 12 inches in height, 9 inches in length and 8.5 inches wide. The number "1822" is painted in white on …A leather bucket used to put out fires. This type bucket was used in the 1820's and may have been from the St.Catharines area. The black, leather bucket is approximately …St. Catharines Museum
- Candle LanternThis circa 1825 lantern is rather rare. It is a black, cylindrical tin lantern with a conical top. There is a moveable handle on the top with a circular loop. There is also a tin handle on the side. The lantern has a hinged door with a latch and a …This circa 1825 lantern is rather rare. It is a black, cylindrical tin lantern with a conical top. There is a moveable handle on the top with a circular loop. …St. Catharines Museum
- ChamberstickA candleholder used during the 18th and 19th centuries. Black, metal (tin) candleholder, approximately 4 5/8 inches tall. The bottom is a round shallow dish approximately 5 3/4 inches x 5 3/4 inches. Inn the center of the dish is a narrow candlestick holder approximately 1 3/4 inches in diameter, …A candleholder used during the 18th and 19th centuries. Black, metal (tin) candleholder, approximately 4 5/8 inches tall. The bottom is a round shallow dish approximately 5 3/4 inches x …
- Copper PotFrom the estate of George Macnoe, who died in October 1973. The kettle was previously owned by a relative who died in New York in the early 19th cenutry around the time of the War of 1812.From the estate of George Macnoe, who died in October 1973. The kettle was previously owned by a relative who died in New York in the early 19th cenutry around …
- Eyeglasses ca.1830'sDonated by Robert Leggate, the eyeglasses belonged to his grandmother ca. 1830s.Donated by Robert Leggate, the eyeglasses belonged to his grandmother ca. 1830s.St. Catharines Museum
- The Hornet Sinking the Peacock, The Hornet Blockadng the Bonne [Ciuenne). Milk or Cream jugA yellow, blue and copper milk or cream jug with naval battle scenery on either side.A yellow, blue and copper milk or cream jug with naval battle scenery on either side.
- Major Gen. Brown, Niagara and Stephen Decatur Jr. Milk JugMajor General Zac Brown was in charge of the crew of the Niagara during the Battle of Lake Erie. Stephen Decatur Jr. was also an American Naval Hero from the War of 1812. During the War he was assigned to the U.S. Naval Ship the "United States" Decatur was the …Major General Zac Brown was in charge of the crew of the Niagara during the Battle of Lake Erie. Stephen Decatur Jr. was also an American Naval Hero from the …
- Commodore MacDonough's Victory, TeapotTransferware Teapot Blue and White portraying a scene from the War of 1812 in which commodore MacDonough is victorious.His most notable achievement occurred during the War of 1812. As commander of American naval forces in Lake Champlain he won the decisive Battle of Lake Champlain, also known as the Battle …Transferware Teapot Blue and White portraying a scene from the War of 1812 in which commodore MacDonough is victorious.His most notable achievement occurred during the War of 1812. As commander …
- 70th Surry Regiment of Foot Buttonst has “70” raised in the centre surrounded by a raised laurel wreath. “SURRY” is also raised across the top of the button. This regiment was raised in 1782 and sailed from Cork, Ireland to Lower Canada in August 1813. They were stationed in Quebec and participated at the battle …t has “70” raised in the centre surrounded by a raised laurel wreath. “SURRY” is also raised across the top of the button. This regiment was raised in 1782 and …
- 70th Surry Regiment of Foot ButtonsA button of the 70th Surry Regiment that is 1.9 cm in diameter. It has “70” raised in the centre surrounded by a raised laurel wreath. “SURRY” is also raised across the top of the button. This regiment was raised in 1782 and sailed from Cork, Ireland to Lower Canada …A button of the 70th Surry Regiment that is 1.9 cm in diameter. It has “70” raised in the centre surrounded by a raised laurel wreath. “SURRY” is also raised …
- 67th (South Hampshire) Regiment of Foot ButtonThis regiment was formed in 1758 and was amalgamated into The Hampshire Regiment in 1881.This regiment was formed in 1758 and was amalgamated into The Hampshire Regiment in 1881.
- Various Military Remnants Found at Niagara Battlefield SitesThese artifacts are mounted on red felt to the back of its case (A). The items are (from left to right): B. A piece of an unidentified metal object that looks like a scraper and two musket balls C. Remnant of a small brush and wooden handle D. Remnant of …These artifacts are mounted on red felt to the back of its case (A). The items are (from left to right): B. A piece of an unidentified metal object that …
- 43rd (Monmouthshire) Regiment of Foot ButtonA British infantry regiment that was raised in 1751 and amalgamated with the 52nd (Oxfordshire) Regiment of Foot, to form the Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry in 1881. It is believed that this regiment participated in the Battle of New Orleans (December 1814- January 1815) during the War of 1812.A British infantry regiment that was raised in 1751 and amalgamated with the 52nd (Oxfordshire) Regiment of Foot, to form the Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry in 1881. It is …
- Brown Bess Socket Mount BayonetThis original Brown Bess socket mount bayonet is vintage War of 1812. It was purchased in the Niagara area and likely has a long local provenance.This original Brown Bess socket mount bayonet is vintage War of 1812. It was purchased in the Niagara area and likely has a long local provenance.
- Personal Seals of Sir Isaac BrockTwo orange coloured seals containing the impression of the personal seal of Sir Isaac Brock. The seal depicts a crest containing a lion in the upper portion and an eagle with its wings spread in the lower portion, which represent strength, clarity of vision and courage. Below the crest is …Two orange coloured seals containing the impression of the personal seal of Sir Isaac Brock. The seal depicts a crest containing a lion in the upper portion and an eagle …
- Sir Isaac Brock Commemorative Half-Penny TokenHalf-penny token struck for general circulation in Upper Canada, about 1816. The token is one of a few issues which commemorate Sir Issac Brock. The name Brock is misspelled "Brook" on this token. The other side bears the picture of a sailing vessel and the motto "Success to the Commerce …Half-penny token struck for general circulation in Upper Canada, about 1816. The token is one of a few issues which commemorate Sir Issac Brock. The name Brock is misspelled "Brook" …
- Battle of Lake Erie PlateOn the back of the plate it says: Commodore Perry Leaving the Lawrence, Sept 10th 1815 "We Have met the Enemy and they are ours." Staffordshire England (Makers Mark)On the back of the plate it says: Commodore Perry Leaving the Lawrence, Sept 10th 1815 "We Have met the Enemy and they are ours." Staffordshire England (Makers Mark)
- Commodore MacDonough Victory, PlateEnoch Wood & Sons Makers MarkEnoch Wood & Sons Makers Mark
- Major General Brown, Niagara. PlateMajor General Zac Brown was in charge of the crew of the Niagara during the Battle of Lake Erie.Major General Zac Brown was in charge of the crew of the Niagara during the Battle of Lake Erie.