Mess Fork with Bone Handle
This excavated mess fork with two tines is in fair condition and was recovered in the Quantico, VA area along the Potomac River. The remains of the two-piece bone handle are secured with pins over the full tang.
Reference: Similar examples can be found in the following Civil War relic reference books:
- "Excavated Artifacts from Battlefields and Campsites of The Civil War" by Stanley S. Phillips on pages 145 & 148.
- "Civil War Artifacts" by Howard Crouch on pages 16 & 18.
See above pages in the additional images.
The fork was acquired directly from the Virginia digger. Included is a scanned image of the digger (on left), with his hunting buddies and their detectors dating to the 1970-80s. This example will be an excellent addition to any excavated Civil War campsite or general relic collection.
- Product Code:
- PC8466
- Price:
- $45.00
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