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What is a signal cannon?
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Signal cannons are typically used to announce the beginning of a ceremonial event, to begin a boat race and for celebrations. Some people who really enjoy cannons like to fire them recreationally. Cannons in the United States are classified as saluting and signaling devices. Find an assortment of signal cannons from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Polished Steel Signal Cannon
Located in Cheshire, GB
Signal cannon with a polished steel barrel and elevating screw mounted on a wooden carriage with
Category
Early 20th Century British Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Steel
Pair of English Bronze Signal Cannon
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A fine pair of English bronze signal cannon, the tapering 36 inch two stage barrels set upon
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Antique 1850s English Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Bronze
Pair 19th Century Decorative Desktop Signalling Cannons
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Pair 19th Century decorative desktop cast iron signalling cannons set on carriages with working
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Antique 19th Century English Napoleon III Models and Miniatures
Materials
Iron
Bronze Desk Top Model of a Signal Cannon
Located in Cheshire, GB
Bronze desktop model of a signal cannon on Bakelite carriage with bronze wheels.
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Early 20th Century British More Desk Accessories
Materials
Brass
English Brass & Wood Desk Top Model of a Signal Cannon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
English Brass & Wood Desk Top Model of a Signal Cannon
England, circa 1950s
An English brass
Category
20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Materials
Brass
Bronze and Iron Desk Signal Cannon Model
Located in San Mateo, CA
This desk top signal cannon has a bronze barrel and iron carriage. This model will actually fire
Category
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Materials
Iron, Bronze
