A cute little bombard

Cesare · 27th October 2010, 06:11 PM

Hi Fernando.
Almost certainly, is a "firecracker of joy". In Italy in 17th century, was called "Mortaretto de allegrezza".
They were made in both bronze and iron and were usually owned by the parish or municipality.
Were very used in the 'Mediterranean region (Spain, Italy). Appeared in the late 16th century and were used until the early 19th century.
In the Firecrackers that I have examined, the diameter seldom exceeds 25 mm, have a very short barrel and a flat base to support them on the ground.

27th October 2010, 06:11 PM	#6
Cesare Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 22	Hi Fernando. Almost certainly, is a "firecracker of joy". In Italy in 17th century, was called "Mortaretto de allegrezza". They were made in both bronze and iron and were usually owned by the parish or municipality. Were very used in the 'Mediterranean region (Spain, Italy). Appeared in the late 16th century and were used until the early 19th century. In the Firecrackers that I have examined, the diameter seldom exceeds 25 mm, have a very short barrel and a flat base to support them on the ground.