About this objectHollow brass shell casing. It does not taper up at the top end.
There is a rim around the base. Inner screwed inserted circle in base, dated "1913". On base has been written in ink "General Grant Tank"
This shell is said to be from a U.S M3 tank. With the cast turret and radio set up it was known as a "General Grant" tank, however these tanks were used in the 1940s and this shell is dated 1913.
Marks: 75 DEC / A.R.S.L 141.12.5
Date Made1913
Medium and MaterialsBrass
Inscription and MarksOn base "1913", and in ink "General Grant Tank"