Large Georgian / Early Victorian Fused Cap Grenade British Pattern - Possibly Grenadier Guards / HAC / Royal Artillery, pre 1855

unidentified bronze grenade but similar to patterns being worn by the Grenadier Guards and Honourable Artillery Company ( H.A.C. ). Sew on rather than fitted with lugs (never has been), see the deliberate holes in the bottom edge of the flames. Note the unusual jaggered edges to the bottom of the flames Large at circa 9.7cm tall and 7.3cm wide. Rare item, any information welcome. Circa 1816 - 1855.

A135.12

Sold to DH

Code: 56167