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Old 3rd June 2017, 10:37 PM   #5
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Originally Posted by rickystl
Hi Stu.

WOW!! That is a tiny flask. Only about 2 1/2" in diameter. Obviously for priming. The round body and spring/lever style of spout are similar to European flasks from the 16th/17th Century. My guess is also Moroccan or Algerian. But yes, pretty sure North African - somewhere. LOL
I really like the decoration. Very cool little priming flask. QUESTION: What is that plug or ? next to the spout ??

Rick
Hi Rick, The "plug" is in fact a screw opening for filling the flask. A lot quicker than down the spout!!!.
Stu
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