Lot 34:
A Lot of 33 Union Metallic Cartridge Co. .32 Caliber Extra Long Ballard Central-Fire Cartridges Antique
Sold for: $45
Description
This lot consists of an original two-piece cardboard box containing 33 rounds of .32 Caliber Extra Long Ballard central-fire ammunition manufactured by The Union Metallic Cartridge Co. of Bridgeport, Connecticut. The green-labeled top lid features a prominent graphic of a cartridge labeled 32 EX. LONG BALLARD along with text specifying 50 .32 CAL. EXTRA LONG BALLARD CENTRAL-FIRE CARTRIDGES. Technical load data is printed as 18 GRS POWDER and 105 GRS BULLET. The label includes the UMC trademark and the manufacturer’s name, THE UNION METALLIC CARTRIDGE CO. BRIDGEPORT, CONN., U.S.A. verbatim. Each cartridge features a brass case with a headstamp reading U.M.C. and .32 EX. L. The interior of the box includes the cartridges and white cotton packing material. Note – As an antique or black powder firearm, this item does not require a background check.
Condition report:
The original two-piece box is in worn condition with significant staining, fading, and edge wear to the green labels. There is some surface loss and paper separation at the corners. The ammunition consists of tarnished brass cases. The lead bullets exhibit heavy white oxidation, often referred to as lead bloom. The ammunition appears to be live, though its functionality is not guaranteed given its age.
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