Unknown Projectile Fishing net find

[kradman]

Another Fishing net find , Anyone know what this is from ? , thank you for any help , I have added the wire brush to show size , its 100% inert

 

[kahu1]

Looks like an unfired 1880s Armstrong lead coated projectile,unusual to see an unfired example and the lead is in very good condition.

 

[kradman]

Thank you ,when i get time i will try to clean it up somemore

 

[MINENAZ16]

Nice shell.
Could you give dimensions, I'm interesting to know the model. Obviously MkIII but 12Pr or 20Pr,.... ?

Regards

 

[AE501]

The broad arrow pattern of that time indicates that it was a Land Service (Army) projectile.

 

[mach1bang]

Hi kradman,
thanks for showing this,it's a nice item.
But as its sea recovered get it in fresh water immediately,or it may start to disintegrate,it's a piece worth saving.
see my post on treatment of such items.Soak in a bath of Sodium hydroxide diluted in water,(oven cleaner).This will help to remove
salt.Dont let it dry out yet.
Cheers Tim.

 

[kradman]

Hi Tim thank you i will do that , anyone have a idea of what it is worth ?as i will put it in the Classifieds