Iron cannonball

This iron cannonball was found on the Kirkmaiden Shore, Drummore. Its origin is a mystery but it may have been fired during local skirmishes or during artillery practice firings. The ball weighs 6lbs.

Object no :

SRAM027n

Collection :

Scottish Soldiery

Creator :

NA

Place of Production :

unknown

Dimensions :

65mm

Materials :

iron

Location :

NA

Related site :

Mark Farm, Castle Kennedy

Accession number :

WIWMS 1987.491

Copyright :

Dumfries & Galloway Council

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