Original U.S. Civil War Era Musket Paper Cartridge Set With Inert Primers - 8 Items German Uniforms The crown stands nearly 2

The crown stands nearly 2

is dated 1883

as it is not even with the butt plate level anymore

There are also the various dates of conversions

There is some old rust showing at the base of the blade under the cross guard

Original U.S. Civil War Era Musket Paper Cartridge Set With Inert Primers - 8 Items German Uniforms The crown stands nearly 2Original Items: Only One Lot of 8 Available. A paper cartridge is one of various types of small arms ammunition used before the advent of the metallic cartridge. These cartridges consisted of a paper cylinder or cone containing the bullet, gunpowder, and in some cases, a primer or a lubricating and anti fouling agent. Combustible cartridges are paper cartridges that use paper treated with oxidizers to allow them to burn completely upon ignition. There