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Miniature brass rifle with bayonet and sling
Overview
Miniature brass rifle with bayonet and sling. The main section of the rifle and bayonet appears to be made from cast brass. There is a circular hole where the trigger would be positioned.
A thin strip of silver coloured, flat metal wire has been soldered to the rifle butt and extends approximately two-thirds of the way along the barrel.
There is no maker's mark, nor brooch or pin for attachment.
Historical information
The purpose of this miniature rifle is unknown. It appears to be hand made, perhaps as trench art. It may have been made to attach to a display item such as a figurine, or worn as a brooch, despite there being no visibile fittings.
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-119-RoW00853
Item type
Collectibles
Decorative Objects
Souvenirs
Material
Brass
Metal
Width
80 mm
Height or length
12 mm
Primary significance criteria
Artistic or aesthetic significance
Social or spiritual significance
Comparative significance criteria
Interpretive capacity
Last modified
Sunday, 3 May, 2026
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Angled view of miniature brass rifle with bayonet and sling
Miniature brass rifle with bayonet and sling
Angled view of other side of miniature brass rifle with bayonet and sling
Other side of miniature brass rifle with bayonet and sling
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