Collection of bullets, cartridges and shot

Object number@QXO
TitleCollection of bullets, cartridges and shot
DescriptionCollection of bullets, cartridges and shot (various periods of history)
@QXO-1 is a conical bullet with metallic cartridge c.1870. This shape of bullet was first introduced in 1847 as it had a hollow cavity fitted with an iron cap instead of a wooden plug. It was developed by Claude Etienne Minie and therefore is known as the soft lead 'Minie' ball.
Production periodNineteenth century
Object categoryMILITARY
MaterialLead
Dimensions
- Conical bullet Length: 3.2 cm
container Diameter: 4.0 cm