Civil War flask

See Civil War Collectors Encyclopedia P.112 for an identical example carried at Antietam. Aside from stress of combat, tooth decay was very common at the time and a large proportion of the male population carried whiskey in flasks to deaden the pain 6” height with heavy glass body mounted with a pewter neck and screw off cap (cork liner intact). The shoulders encased in stitched leather (minor damages), and the bottom as a removable pewter cup. 1860's This is from my Father's antique collection. Measurements height -17cm/6.7" Like what you see? For more of my family's heirlooms hop on over to my sister's closet at cmortonmusic. ✅smoke free home ✅pet friendly home ✅recycled packing materials ✅ Retro Collectible Vintage Antique NO Poshmark account? NO PROBLEM!! Create an account today and use my code ATGRANNYSCLOSET to save C$15 off your first purchase! 🤩 Boho Magpie Vibrant Tie Dye Recycle Reclaim Upcycle Ecologically Friendly Eco Sustainable Treehugger Environmentalist Organic Ethically Sourced