Flask, Powder
copper and brass powder flask carried by James P. Prindle during the Civil War.
The image shows an ornate powder flask with intricate designs and a green braided cord attached.
Name/Title
Flask, PowderEntry/Object ID
1975.083.007Description
Object is a copper and brass powder horn with a raised "Shell and Bush" motif on the body and a "pendant fern" design at the throat. Includes four copper pins and brass suspension rings with hanging cord intact. Object was used by James P. Prindle during the Civil War. Made by the American Flask & Cap Company, which operated from 1857 to 1865. Missing part of the spout.Use
used by J. P. Prindle during the Civil War.Context
This power flask was used by James P. Prindle during his service in the Civil War. Prindle served in Co D, Illinois 52nd during the war.Collection
MilitaryMade/Created
Manufacturer
The American Flask and Cap CompanyDate made
circa 1857 - circa 1865Time Period
19th Century, 1860sPlace
City
WaterburyState/Province
ConnecticutCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Tertiary Object Term
Flask, PowderNomenclature Secondary Object Term
Flask, AmmunitionNomenclature Primary Object Term
Container, ArmamentNomenclature Sub-Class
Armament AccessoriesNomenclature Class
ArmamentsNomenclature Category
Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & TechnologySearch Terms
Military, War, Civil War, Civil WarDimensions
Height
1-1/2 inWidth
3-1/4 inLength
6-1/2 inDimension Notes
Object measures 1.5" in height. 3.25" in width, and 6.5" in length. The two halves of the string are 17" and 25" in lengthRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Prindle, J. P., SrExhibitions
Exhibition
To Secure These RightsNotes
Exhibit Start: 2026-03-0113