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Lead alloy whirl-a-gig, over ¾” diameter with thickened edge and pierced with two holes. When mounted with a string, it could provide a amusing distraction to a nervous soldier, even in combat conditions. These were mostly made by soldiers by flattening musket balls. This example was produced commercially and sold by sutlers along with other trinkets and necessitates to soldiers in the field.  Rare.

Stock Number: C2499

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