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Lot 1043:
Vintage Peters High Velocity 12 Gauge Rifled Slug Shotgun Shells, 5 Live Rounds
Description
A vintage cardboard box containing five Peters High Velocity 12 Gauge Rifled Slug shotgun shells. The box features a utilitarian design with blue and red printing on a tan background, displaying “Peters DUPONT” branding, along with text indicating “RUSTLESS SMOKELESS,” “HIGH VELOCITY,” and “MAXIMUM LOAD PROGRESSIVE BURNING SMOKELESS POWDER.” Manufacturer details are visible on the side, stating “PETERS CARTRIDGE DIVISION, REMINGTON ARMS CO., INC., KINGS MILLS, OHIO,” with “Made in U. S. A.” and trademark notices including “Marca Registrada” and “Marque Deposee.” The contents consist of five 2 3/4 inch, 1 oz. (approx.) shells with brass bases stamped “PETERS 12 GA.,” dark blue or black hulls, and exposed lead rifled slugs.
Condition report:
The cardboard box exhibits significant wear, including discoloration, creases, minor tears, and edge fraying, consistent with age. The five live shells inside appear in good, unused condition with some minor surface oxidation/patina on the lead slugs.
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