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Up for sale is an authentic, original U.S. military Army Model 1874 Tinned Iron Field Mess Cup, standard issue during the Indian Wars through the Spanish-American War era. This classic piece of frontier soldier field gear features a tinned iron/steel body, rolled reinforced lip, and a riveted strap handle prominently stamped \"US\" at the upper bend. ITEM SPECIFICATIONS:
- Era: Indian Wars to Spanish-American War (circa late 1870s–1890s)
- Model: U.S. Army Model 1874 Mess Cup
- Markings: Stamped \"US\" on handle; faint period soldier-scratched markings/field graffiti on body and base
- Construction: Heavy tinned sheet iron/steel, folded vertical seam, rolled lip, 3-rivet handle attachment (2 upper, 1 lower)
- Dimensions: Approximately 4 1/8 inches tall by 4 inches diameter CONDITION:
- Good antique/relic condition overall. The metal displays an authentic dark aged patina, surface tarnish, and oxidation/rusting to the exterior bottom plate. The rolled rim is straight, and the handle remains tight and solidly riveted.
- Note: The interior base has an old plaster/calcified insert poured into the bottom (likely added decades ago as ballast for use as a desk caddy/pen holder or display base). It is firmly set in place; the item is sold as found.
- Please review all photos for exact condition and detail. SHIPPING & HANDLING:
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