National Museum of African American History and Culture
Powder horn carved with the name of Revolutionary War soldier Prince Simbo
Unidentified · late 18th century
An engraved powder horn with stopper. The ox horn is carved with images of a dove carrying a banner reading "LIBERTY," a deer, the sun with a face, and a pine tree. An intricate design featuring eyes encircles the outer edge of the horn. The name Prince Simbo and the date November 17, 1777 are also engraved on the horn.
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