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Colonial Musket Ball
(Replica)
This smoothbore
lead musket ball played a significant part in the establishment of
early America. It was used by farmers, hunters, but primarily the
military soldier.
Cost: $2.00
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Jaw Harp
(Replica)
The jaw harp, a folk
instrument of uncertain age and origin, was already well-known
during the European middle ages. The note it produces depends
entirely upon the dimensions of its vibrating tongue, although the
timbre of the note may be affected by the characteristics of the
frame and the player can produce interesting effects with the note
by regulating the breath.
Cost:
$7.00
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Tin Penny Whistle
(Replica)
Early European settlers brought this
six hole whistling instrument to North America as a means of
musical entertainment. The Penny whistle is closely related to
the recorder.Today penny
whistles are quite popular for Celtic music. The novice can
learn to play a tune with little practice, while the more
experienced player can make the whistle play out jigs and reels.
Cost: $6.00 |
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Colonial Fife
(hard plastic)
(Replica)
Used by many military organizations
in the early Colonial period, this instrument helped assemble
the troops and keep them organized on the battlefield. It was
used from the American Revolution through the American Civil
War. The fife is a member of the flute family. This particular
fife is a great starter for young musicians.
Cost: $7.50 |
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Quill Pen
(Replica)
Early Americans used
the quill pen and ink to write letters, documents, and record
their lives in their journals. This quill pen is easy to use and
reuse as it has an actual ink pen inside the quill to make it
easier for young writers.
Cost: $2.50 |
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Pewter Dice
(Replica)
Colonial soldiers were known to hammer their musket balls into crude
dice for playing games such as Hazard, a favorite tavern game at the
time of the American Revolution.
Cost: $4.00 |
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