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Old 4th December 2015, 10:05 AM   #1
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Default 3-INDIAN MINIATURE SIGNAL CANNONS

These Signal Cannons were used by the Babi Rulers of Junagadh State Early 20th Century AD, Junagadh, Gujarat; India .
These miniature cannon is made from Bronze. It has its usual fire-lighting hole to fire ammunition. Such Miniature Cannons were a part of the Royal and elite homes in the State of Junagadh in 19th and 20th centuries. These still-working Tops were employed during various occasions like marriages, processions and Diwali festivals. During these occasions, the Cannons were fed with usual ammunition from front and were fired to salute a Royal Processions or mark the festivals to show ones high stature in the society. A miniature but powerful asset to possess!
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